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Masterson

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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈmæs.təɹ.sən/(American English)
/ˈmæs.tə.sən/(British English)
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Meaning & History

Patronymic derived from Middle English maister meaning "master", via Old French from Latin magister.

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Rootmagister
VariantMasters
Other Languages & CulturesMaestri(Italian)

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Entry updated December 1, 2024

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