Jamison

Jamison is a surname and a given name of English and Scottish origin. It is a patronymic form meaning “son of James,” and represents one of several historical spellings of the name that have circulated in British and Irish communities. The spelling Jamison is one variant among others such as Jameson and Jamieson, reflecting regional orthographic differences over time.

As a given name, Jamison has grown in use in modern English-speaking countries, often chosen as a contemporary form of James or to preserve a family surname as a first name. As a surname, Jamison appears in historical records dating back to medieval Britain and spread to other regions through migration and settlement.

Variant spellings are common, and Jamison can appear with differing capitalization and punctuation depending on cultural and personal preferences. The name is used across a range of contexts, including literature, media, and public life, where it has been borne by individuals in various professions and communities.

Geographically, the name has become established in many English-speaking areas, and it also features in the naming of places and organizations in some regions, reflecting its long-standing status as both a surname and a given name. For related forms, see Jameson and Jamieson, which share the same roots and historical development.