Cushing
Cushing Meaning & Origin
About Cushing
The surname Cushing is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Old English word "cussan" or "cusian," meaning "to kiss," suggesting that it may have originally been a nickname for an affectionate or amorous person. Another possible origin is from the Old English word "coss," meaning "a hill" or "a mound," indicating that it could have been a locational surname for someone who lived near a hill or mound. Additionally, Cushing could also be a variant spelling of the surname Cushman, which is derived from the Old English word "cuss," meaning "a kiss," and "mann," meaning "man," suggesting that it may have been a nickname for a charming or flirtatious man.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Cushing is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Cushing: 6,480
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 5373
- Frequency per 100k people: 2.2
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cushing based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Cushing in Braille
Here's how to represent Cushing in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Cushing using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Cushing using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
