Summary

The surname Spurgeon is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words 'spur' meaning 'spur' and 'ēa' meaning 'stream.' The name was likely given to someone who lived near a stream where spurs were found or used. The Spurgeon surname has a rich history with notable individuals bearing the name, including the famous British preacher Charles Spurgeon.
There are
7047
Spurgeons in the USA
Spurgeon is the
4981st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Spurgeon

CharlesSpurgeon

English preacher and author known as the 'Prince of Preachers'. He was influential during the 19th century and preached to large congregations in London.

SusannahSpurgeon

Wife of Charles Spurgeon, she played a significant role in the ministry and founded the Book Fund to provide theological books to poor pastors.

ThomasSpurgeon

Son of Charles and Susannah Spurgeon, he followed in his father's footsteps and became a Baptist minister in London, continuing the family's religious legacy.

ArchibaldG.

Close friend and colleague of Charles Spurgeon, he was a prominent Baptist preacher who became pastor of the Metropolitan Tabernacle after Spurgeon's death.

JosephSpurgeon

American evangelist and missionary who spread the Christian faith in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the Midwest and Western United States.

Spurgeon Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Spurgeon is of English origin.
Geographic DistributionSpurgeon is primarily associated with the United Kingdom and the United States.
VariationsVariations of the surname Spurgeon may include Spurgin or Sprown.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Spurgeon occurred mainly during the 19th century as people sought new opportunities and religious freedoms. Significant migration and immigration took place within the United Kingdom and from the UK to the United States, particularly due to economic and religious factors.