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Surname meaningJones
“Son of John”
OriginWelsh / English
TypePatronymic
First letterJ
Where the name Jones comes from
Jones is a surname of Welsh / English origin. It is classed as patronymic, meaning “son of john.” Especially common in Wales.
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