Tolson
Old Norse · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Tolson
Tolson is an English surname derived from the Old Norse personal name "Toli" combined with the English patronymic suffix "-son," meaning "son of Toli." The name has Germanic roots through Norse influence on English naming conventions.
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Etymology
Tolson is an English surname derived from the Old Norse personal name "Toli" combined with the English patronymic suffix "-son," meaning "son of Toli." The name has Germanic roots through Norse influence on English naming conventions.
Tolson is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Britain and North America, with no specific religious association; it gained some prominence through individuals like the American civil rights activist Louis T. Tolson in the 20th century.
Tolson currently ranks #12,215 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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