Roberson (surname) explained

Roberson is a patronymic surname and a variant of Robertson, derived from the given name Robert.^[1] Over the centuries, there have been many derivations of the Robertson surname, including Robason.^{[2] [3]} The geographical origins of the surname Roberson is Scotland and northern England. Robertson is also a highland clan and also has many derivatives of the name.^{[1] [4]}

Notable people with the name include:

• Anthony Roberson (born 1983), American basketball player
• André Roberson (born 1991), American basketball player
• Chris Roberson (disambiguation), several people
• Darryl Roberson (born 1960), American Air Force officer
• Derick Roberson (born 1995), American football player
• Ell Roberson (born 1980), American football player
• Eric Roberson (born 1976), American singer, songwriter, and producer
• Jaquarii Roberson (born 1998), American football player
• Jennifer Roberson (born 1953), American author of fantasy and historical literature
• LaTavia Roberson (born 1981), American singer, songwriter, and actress
• Lee Roberson (1909–2007), American Baptist minister, founder of Tennessee Temple University
• Paula Roberson, American biostatistician
• Terrance Roberson (born 1976), American basketball player

See also

• Robeson (disambiguation), includes a list of people with surname Robeson
• Robertson (surname)
• Robison (name)

Notes and References

1. Web site: Roberson Name Meaning & Roberson Family History at Ancestry.com. ancestry.com. 2016-06-21.
2. Web site: Roberson Family. Mike Roberson. robersons.us. 2016-06-21.
3. Web site: Roberson Family History at ROBERSONS.us. robersons.homestead.com. 2016-06-21.
4. Web site: Surname Database: Roberson Last Name Origin. surnamedb.com. 2016-06-21.