forson

Forson is a surname of English-language origin. Etymology is not definitively documented, but it appears to be a patronymic surname formed with the suffix -son, indicating “son of” a personal name; the root given name is uncertain and may reflect regional spellings or archaisms from medieval Britain.

Historical records show the surname in British parish and civil records from the early modern period, with later migrations leading to its presence in other English-speaking regions.

In contemporary censuses and surname databases, Forson is relatively uncommon. It is most frequently found in the United Kingdom and North America, with smaller numbers in other former British colonies.

Given its rarity, Forson does not designate a widely recognized institution, place, or concept. It remains primarily a family name, occurring in public records, genealogy databases, and civil registries.

Variant spellings have appeared in historical documents, reflecting orthographic variation. Examples include Forsone or Forsun in certain records. As with many surnames of its type, spellings may vary by region and over time.