Henderson
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Name — A surname of Scottish origin, meaning roughly "son of Henry"; also used as a place name in several countries.
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Etymology
From the given name Hendry (a form of Henry) plus the patronymic suffix "-son".
Full origin of Henderson →Frequently asked questions
What does “Henderson” mean?
The word “Henderson” means a surname of Scottish origin, meaning roughly "son of Henry"; also used as a place name in several countries. In plain terms, a common Scottish surname and the name of several towns, notably in Nevada.
How do you pronounce “Henderson”?
“Henderson” is pronounced HEHND-suhn (/ˈhɛndɚsən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Henderson” in a sentence?
Here is “Henderson” used in a sentence: “Henderson, Nevada is one of the largest cities near Las Vegas.”
What part of speech is “Henderson”?
“Henderson” is a name.
Is “Henderson” a common word?
“Henderson” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Where does the surname 'Henderson' come from?
Henderson has Scottish roots and is associated with a Scottish clan of the same name. It combines the personal name Henry with 'son', indicating descent.
Which places are named Henderson?
Henderson is used as a place name in several countries. Well-known examples include Henderson in Nevada, in the United States, and Henderson in New Zealand.
Is 'Henderson' a first name or a surname?
Henderson is chiefly a surname, of Scottish origin. Like many family names it is occasionally used as a given name, but its main use is as a last name.