Origin and Meaning of Brunson

Son of the brown one

Origin: English - Brunson is a patronymic surname derived from the Old English personal name 'Brun' meaning 'brown' and the suffix 'son' meaning 'son of'.

• Brunson is primarily used as a surname and is relatively uncommon as a given name, but it has gained some traction in certain regions, particularly in the United States.
• In addition to English usage, variations of the name can be found in other cultures, sometimes reflecting the local language's phonetics or naming conventions.
• Notable bearers of the surname include professional athletes like Malik Brunson and various individuals across different fields, though it remains less common than many other surnames.
• The name has seen a slight rise in usage as a first name particularly in the last couple of decades, reflecting a trend toward using surnames as given names.
• Related names include Brun, Brown, and other surnames that denote a connection to the color brown; these names are popular both as surnames and given names.