BURCOMBE
Burcombe
Burcombe is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational in nature, derived from various places called Burcombe in England. The name is most commonly found in the south-western county of Devon.
The etymology of the name "Burcombe" can be traced back to the Old English words "burh" meaning "fortress" or "stronghold" and "cumb" meaning "valley". This suggests that the name likely originated as a toponymic surname for someone who lived near or in a valley fortress.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Burcombe dates back to the 16th century in the parish register of St Just in Penwith, Cornwall, indicating that the name has ancient roots in the region.
Over the centuries, the Burcombe surname has spread to different parts of England and beyond, carried by individuals who migrated for various reasons such as work or marriage.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Burcombe include [List any notable persons with the surname if known].
In contemporary times, the surname Burcombe continues to be present, though relatively uncommon. The name carries with it a connection to the history and geography of the English countryside, reflecting the familial and regional ties of those who bear it.
There are approximately 128 people named Burcombe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Burcombe.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Colin
- Frederick
- Howard
- John
- Jude
- Ken
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Ritchie
- Robert
Female
- Alice
- Charmaine
- Claire
- Debra
- Gillian
- Josephine
- Louise
- Margaret
- Pamela
- Rachel
- Rebecca