Rollinson Last Name Facts and Heraldry

It is easy to miss Rollinson in an index if you only search for Rawlinson. At root, the name means “son of Rawlin”.

How the spelling arose

Rollinson is listed among the recognised spellings of Rawlinson. Spellings drifted because names were written down by ear in parish books, tax rolls and passenger lists. Other spellings include Rawlingson.

According to the 2010 US Census, the Rollinson surname had 840 bearers.

Rollinson coat of arms

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Rawlinson surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

Research your Rollinson family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.