CAMPS
Camps
Camps is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the United Kingdom. The surname Camps is believed to have derived from the medieval English word "camps" which was used to describe open fields or meadows. It is likely that the surname Camps was originally bestowed upon someone who lived near such open spaces.
The Camps surname has been documented in various regions across the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in areas such as East Anglia and Essex. Over time, branches of the Camps family have migrated to other parts of the country and even to other English-speaking nations.
Individuals bearing the surname Camps have made contributions to various fields such as academia, business, the arts, and more. Genealogical records indicate that the Camps family has a long history stretching back several centuries, with many notable individuals and branches adding to its legacy.
Today, the surname Camps continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place among the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 640 people named Camps in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Camps.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Glen
- Graham
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Catherine
- Dorothy
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Glenda
- Jayne
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Shirley
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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