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Robertson is a name of Scottish origin, derived from the given name Robert and the suffix "-son," which means "son of." The given name Robert comes from the Germanic elements "hrod" meaning fame or glory, and "berht" meaning bright or famous. Thus, Robertson means "bright fame son." The surname Robertson is believed to have been first recorded in Scotland during the 13th century. It was brought to Ireland by Scottish settlers who arrived there around the 17th century. In medieval Scotland, it was common for people to adopt surnames based on their father's given name or occupation. Therefore, Robertson would have originally referred to a son of Robert. Over time, Robertson has become widely popular and can now be found in many English-speaking countries around the world. It is still most commonly associated with Scottish heritage but has also become prevalent among people without direct Scottish ancestry due to its appeal as a strong-sounding name.