Meaning & History
Eason is a surname of English and Scottish origin. In English contexts, it is a variant of Eads, which means "son of Eda 2" or "son of Adam." The name Eda 2 is a medieval diminutive of Edith, which itself derives from the Old English Eadgyð, combining ead "wealth, fortune" and guð "battle." Thus, Eason can ultimately mean "son of the wealthy battle" or "descendant of the blessed warrior."
Etymology and History
As a Scottish variant, Eason is associated with Esson, and in English it may also be a variant of Eastham or Easton, indicating a place of origin. The German variant Eis stems from a personal name derived from Isegrimm, meaning "iron mouthed one." The surname has been recorded since at least the 16th century, with early bearers in England, Scotland, and Ireland. It is particularly common in Devon, England, and Lancashire.
Notable Bearers
- Alec Eason (1889–1956), Australian rules footballer
- Andre Eason (born 1975), American boxer
- B. Reeves Eason (1886–1956), American film director, actor and screenwriter
- Bo Eason (born 1960), American National Football League safety
- Cordera Eason (born 1987), American football running back
- Doc Eason (born 1947), American magician
- Eric Eason, American film director and screenwriter
- Herbert Lightfoot Eason (1874–1949), British myriapodologist
- Malcolm Eason (1911–1987), British machine gun officer born in Aberdeenshire
- Rodney D. Eason (born 1984), American basketball tour operator and former Hollywood guest lecturer active in the fashion industry
- Tony Eason (born 1959), American NFL quarterback, born in Blytheville
- Claudia Lee (Eason) (born 1998), one of Malaysia's top model girls; known as Claudia Lee 'High Fashion' daughter of Cammelia
- Susan W. Eason (1952–2024), mother of Rodney D. . Eason, known as 'Suitable-Gray' originally of Mount Dora
Distribution and Related Names
The surname is today most common in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Related names include Addison (son of Adam), Adams (son of Adam), and other variations ending in -son. Variants of Eason include Easen, seasoner dialect modified earlier Edson affixed New Zealand and Tasman.
Key Facts
- Meaning: Variant of Eads meaning "son of Eda" (diminutive of Edith) or "son of Adam."
- Origin: English and Scottish.
- Type: Surname.
- Variants: Easen.
Related Names
Sources: Wikipedia — Eason