Origin and Meaning of Kingman

Man of the King

Origin: English - Derived from the combination of 'king', which refers to a ruler, and 'man', indicating a male person. The name implies a man who holds loyalty or service to a king.

• Kingman is both a given name and a surname, historically used to denote someone in service to a monarchy or exhibiting royal characteristics.
• In some cultures, surnames turned first names like Kingman are becoming increasingly popular, reflecting a trend of using family surnames as first names.
• Notable bearers of the name include Kingman Brewster Jr., an influential president of Amherst College, and Kingman Douglass, an American politician.
• The name Kingman has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, especially as a surname used as a first name. Its use increased in the late 20th century.
• Variations and related names may include Kingsley, Kingston, and various royal-themed names which evoke similar meanings of nobility or kingliness.