TheNameDBBLACKMON
DescriptiveMeaning
Possibly a compound surname combining 'Black' with 'mon' or 'man,' referring to a dark-haired or dark-complexioned man.
Etymology
The surname likely combines the Old English 'blæc' (black) with 'mon' or 'man,' creating a descriptive surname for a man with dark features. This represents a compound formation common in English surname development.
About the BLACKMON Surname
An English descriptive surname combining 'Black' with 'mon' or 'man,' referring to a dark-haired or dark-complexioned man. The name appears primarily in American records, suggesting migration from England.
Distribution
Found primarily in the United States, particularly in the South, with origins in English-speaking populations.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation; primarily genealogical records