The surname Bishop has English origins and derives from the Old English word “biscop,” meaning overseer or supervisor. It was initially used as a title for high-ranking church officials but eventually became a surname. Bishops can be found all over the world, with the highest concentration in the United States. Notable individuals with the Bishop surname include actor Jamie Foxx (born Eric Bishop) and chess grandmaster Joel Benjamin.

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