TheNameDBVermillion
OccupationalMeaning
Derived from the bright red pigment vermillion, or from a French place name.
Etymology
Vermillion comes from Old French 'vermillon' referring to the red pigment made from cinnabar. It may have originated as an occupational surname for someone who worked with the pigment or as a descriptive surname.
About the Vermillion Surname
A surname derived from the red pigment vermillion, likely indicating an occupational connection to pigment production or trade. The name appears in various English and French records.
Distribution
Found in France and English-speaking countries, particularly the United States.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented notable bearers