Gleason Surname Meaning & Coat of Arms

The last name Gleason is another written form of Gleeson, a well-known Irish family name.

What is the meaning of Gleason?

At root, the name means “Descendant of Glasán ("green, grey")”.

How is Gleason related to Gleeson?

Spelled with “a” instead of “e”, Gleason shows how the same name was heard and written differently. You may also find the name written Glissane and O'Glasain.

Does every Gleason family have a crest?

A coat of arms belongs to a particular family line rather than to everyone named Gleason, so the heraldry linked to Gleeson is a starting point, not an automatic right.

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