Origins of the Henderson surname

What does the name Henderson mean?

The origin of the Henderson surname is believed to be patronymic, and of Scottish origin. It is hypothesised to derive from a description of someone who was the 'son of Harry/Henry'. The name 'Hendry' is a common Scottish form. In Scotland it is believed that the largest lowland family with this name come from Fordell, in Fife. This variant, although common north of the border, was only found in England from the 1600s onwards.

Alternative variations of the name Henderson

Henderson, Hendersoun, Hendersone, Hinderson, Hendersoune