TheNameDBTallman
DescriptiveMeaning
A descriptive surname meaning 'tall man,' referring to a person of above-average height.
Etymology
The surname is a straightforward descriptive term combining 'tall' with 'man,' used to distinguish individuals by physical characteristic. This type of surname became hereditary in medieval England.
About the Tallman Surname
A descriptive English surname referring to a person's height, indicating an ancestor who was notably tall. The name is relatively uncommon but found in various English-speaking regions.
Distribution
Found in England and English-speaking countries, particularly North America.
Notable Bearers
Unknown