Ferguson
Ferguson (name) means a Scottish surname meaning "son of Fergus.". Example: “Alex Ferguson managed Manchester United for over two decades.”
Word forms
Fergusons plural
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Alex _____ managed Manchester United for over two decades.
Etymology
From Fergus + -son, translation of Gaelic MacFhearguis, "son of Fergus".
Frequently asked questions
What does “Ferguson” mean?
The word “Ferguson” means a Scottish surname meaning "son of Fergus.".
How do you pronounce “Ferguson”?
“Ferguson” is pronounced FUR-guh-suhn (/ˈfɝɡəsən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Ferguson” in a sentence?
Here is “Ferguson” used in a sentence: “Alex Ferguson managed Manchester United for over two decades.”
What part of speech is “Ferguson”?
“Ferguson” is a name.
Is “Ferguson” a common word?
“Ferguson” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the origin of the surname Ferguson?
Ferguson is a Scottish surname meaning 'son of Fergus.' It is a patronymic name, formed from the personal name Fergus plus the ending '-son,' indicating descent from an ancestor called Fergus.
Is Ferguson a Scottish or an Irish surname?
Ferguson is chiefly regarded as a Scottish surname. It derives from the Gaelic personal name Fergus, and the '-son' ending marks it as a patronymic meaning 'son of Fergus.'
What is the difference between Ferguson and Fergusson?
Both spellings are forms of the same surname meaning 'son of Fergus.' Ferguson with a single s is the more common spelling, while Fergusson with a double s is a recognised variant.
What does the '-son' ending in Ferguson indicate?
The '-son' ending makes Ferguson a patronymic surname, meaning 'son of Fergus.' Patronymic surnames identify a person by naming their father or a male ancestor.