The Origins of Every President’s Last Name
Forty-five individuals have held the role of president of the United States, and their names have been etched into the annals of history. While those monikers hold historical importance, they also possess etymological significance — each presidential surname provides us with a fascinating glimpse into the clans and cultures that
past POTUSes were born into. Here’s a look at the origins and meanings behind every president’s last name. The surname of the very first president is a habitational (meaning related to a place) name of English origin. According to Ancestry.com, it likely refers to the town of Washington in County...
