Dallison

Dallison is a surname of English origin. It is generally considered to be a habitational name, derived from a place name, or a topographical name relating to a geographic feature.

While the precise origin and location of the toponym from which the surname derives are debated, possible origins include locations in Lincolnshire or other parts of eastern England. Some researchers suggest the name refers to a person who lived near a "dale" (valley) associated with a personal name, such as "Dall" or "Dale," combined with the suffix "-son" meaning "son of." Thus, "Dallison" could originally mean "son of someone who lived in the dale," or "son of Dall from the dale." Another proposed derivation is from a lost or unidentified place named something similar to "Dalliston."

The surname has been recorded in England for several centuries, with variations in spelling appearing in historical records. Over time, the name has spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, due to migration and emigration.

The frequency of the surname "Dallison" is relatively low, making it a less common surname compared to others of English origin. Genealogical research can often reveal more specific details about individual family histories related to the name.