Origin and Meaning of Staffon

Steward or Estate Manager

Origin: English - Derived from the Old English elements 'staf' meaning 'staff' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement', indicating a person who manages an estate.

• The name Staffon is relatively uncommon and often considered a variant or derivative of names like Stephen or Stafford.
• In medieval England, names that included 'tun' often referred to towns or estates, signifying an important role in the community.
• Notable references to the name can be found in English Literature, though not widely represented in popular media.
• The name's popularity has fluctuated over the centuries, witnessing peaks in the 19th century but remaining largely rare in modern usage.
• Related names include Stafford, which is more commonly used, and Stephen, which shares the same root.