Dickson Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

Dickson Name Details

The name Dickson is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Dick, which is a diminutive of Richard. It signifies 'son of Dick' or 'son of Richard'. The name Richard itself is of Old Germanic origin, composed of the elements 'ric' meaning 'ruler, leader' and 'hard' meaning 'brave, hardy'. Dickson has English and Scottish roots and has been used as a last name since the medieval period, indicating lineage or familial association.

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