TheNameDBTolman
OccupationalMeaning
A surname derived from an occupational term for a toll collector or a person who collected tolls on roads or bridges.
Etymology
Tolman combines 'toll' (a tax or fee) with 'man,' indicating someone who collected tolls. The surname reflects medieval occupational roles in England.
About the Tolman Surname
Tolman is an occupational surname indicating a person who collected tolls on roads, bridges, or in markets. It reflects the medieval English administrative system.
Distribution
Found primarily in the United States and United Kingdom, with scattered occurrences in other English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Harry Tolman (businessman), Unknown