Redmon

Redmon is primarily a surname of English origin and is found in various English-speaking countries. It is sometimes listed as a variant of Redman or Redmond, with family histories reflecting the broader patterns of English and Scottish surname evolution. The name may have arisen from a personal name or nickname related to a feature of a person’s appearance or demeanor, though specific origins often differ by lineage.

Geographically, Redmon is used as a place name in North America, where several small communities or unincorporated areas bear the name. These locations are typically rural or residential and may have historical ties to early settlers or landowners who carried the surname.

In contemporary use, Redmon appears as a surname for individuals across many professions, including public life, academia, the arts, and business. As with many surnames, its distribution reflects migration and demographic shifts over time, particularly between the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States.

Spelling and related forms: Redmond and Redman are more common variants, and some families with the Redmon surname may have historical ties to those names. Redmon without the final “d” is a recognized variant and may appear in records, genealogies, and on contemporary nameplates.

See also: Redmond.