About Acheson
The surname Acheson is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Ache," meaning "oak," and the suffix "-son," meaning "son of." Therefore, Acheson is a patronymic surname, indicating "son of Ache." The name Acheson is associated with strength and durability, symbolizing the oak tree, and is often found in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
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The surname Acheson is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Acheson based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Acheson in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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