Ransom - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Ransom \r(a)-

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 an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#1906 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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