Humason

Humason is a surname of English origin. It is thought to be a habitational name, likely derived from a place name in England. The exact etymology is not definitively known, but variations of the name appear in historical records dating back several centuries. The name has been found in various regions of England throughout history.

Notable individuals who have borne the surname Humason include Milton Humason, an American astronomer. Humason worked at the Mount Wilson Observatory in California and was known for his work on stellar spectroscopy and the measurement of the velocity of galaxies. His contributions were significant in the early development of extragalactic astronomy. Another individual, George Humason, was a lawyer and politician in the United States.

The surname Humason is not exceptionally common, but it is present in various English-speaking countries. Genealogical research indicates a presence of the surname in the United States, Canada, and Australia, among others. The distribution of the surname likely reflects historical migration patterns. The precise meaning or origin of the "Humason" part of the name remains a subject of linguistic interest, with theories ranging from personal names to descriptive terms.