Ransom - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Ransom \r(a)-nsom, ran-som\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "warrior's shield". Also possibly "shield's son" or a variant of Randolph. Used as first name mainly in the late Victorian era.

Ransom has 1 variant form: Ransome.

Ransom is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Ransom. Click here to compare Ransom with related baby names.