Jessup - Last Names

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Jessup

/ˈdʒɛsəp/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Son of Jess or descendant of Jesse

Represents lineage and familial connection, symbolizing heritage and ancestral identity.

Symbolism

Embodies continuity, tradition, and the passing down of family values through generations.

Etymology: Derived from the medieval given name 'Jesse' combined with the patronymic suffix '-up', likely a contraction of 'son of'; thus 'Jessup' means 'son of Jess', a diminutive of Jesse, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Yishai, meaning 'gift'.

Style & Origin

traditional

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England, Jessup is an Anglo-Saxon surname with patronymic roots, historically used in

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