PERSONS

Meaning

Son of Person, or possibly referring to a person of importance or distinction.

Etymology

Derived from the personal name Person or as a patronymic indicating descent from someone so named. The name may also relate to Middle English 'persone,' referring to an important or notable individual.

About the PERSONS Surname

A patronymic surname derived from the personal name Person, with historical usage in England. The name has spread to English-speaking countries, particularly through emigration.

Distribution

Found in England and English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States.

Notable Bearers

Robert Persons (Jesuit priest, 16th century)

People with the PERSONS Surname