Welbon

Welbon is an English surname that evolved into a given name. It is a locational surname, meaning it was derived from a place name. The name is thought to originate from a place called 'Welbourne' or 'Welbourn' in Lincolnshire, England. The Old English elements are 'wella' (well, spring) and 'burna' (stream, brook), indicating a settlement by a spring or well.

As a given name, Welbon is quite rare and has not seen widespread adoption. Its usage is primarily concentrated in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, where it has occasionally been used as a first name, often reflecting a family surname tradition.