Meyerson

Meyerson is a surname of Ashkenazi Jewish origin. It is a patronymic name formed from the given name Meyer, with the suffix -son indicating “son of.” Spelling variants include Meyerson, Meyersohn, Myerson, and Meyers, reflecting regional pronunciation and immigration patterns.

The given name Meyer itself derives from Germanic roots and has been adopted in various languages and communities. As a surname, Meyerson appears among Jewish families in the United States, Israel, and Europe, often tracing back to German-speaking areas of migration during the 19th and 20th centuries.

Notable associations: Individuals bearing the Meyerson surname have contributed to fields such as science, education, business, and the arts. The name is also linked to cultural institutions, most prominently the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas, Texas. The concert hall, home to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, is named in honor of Morton H. Meyerson, a Dallas philanthropist.