Nicholson
Nicholson is a surname of English origin. It is a patronymic name meaning “son of Nicholas,” with Nicholas itself derived from the Latin Nicolaus and the Greek Nikolaos. The form Nicholson has appeared in England since the Middle Ages and spread to other English-speaking regions through migration and settlement.
Today the surname Nicholson is found across the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, and the United States,
Notable bearers include the American actor Jack Nicholson (born 1937), whose long and acclaimed career has made
Variants and related spellings exist, including Nicolson, which appears in Scotland and elsewhere. The name Nicholson