Atcheson

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Atche, a diminutive of Adam or similar given names.

Etymology

Scottish and English patronymic formed from Atche, itself a diminutive of Adam or related Old English names, with the suffix -son. The name reflects medieval naming practices in northern Britain.

About the Atcheson Surname

A Scottish and English patronymic surname derived from a diminutive of Adam. The name has various spelling variants reflecting regional pronunciation and historical record-keeping practices.

Distribution

Found in Scotland and Northern England, with some presence in North America.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Atcheson Surname

J.A. Atcheson