About Sumption
The surname Sumption is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "somption," meaning "summons" or "citation." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who was authoritative or commanding, possibly referring to a person who served as a summoner or a court official responsible for issuing summonses. Over time, the surname Sumption became hereditary and passed down through generations.
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Here's how to represent Sumption in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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