About Johston
The surname Johnston is of Scottish origin and is derived from the given name John, which means "God is gracious." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of a person named John. The name has variations such as Johnson and Johnstone, and it is one of the most common surnames in English-speaking countries.
The surname Johston is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Johston based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Johston is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Johston" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Johston."