Cobham

Cobham is a prestigious surname of English origin, likely derived from the placename Cobham, which is a village in Surrey. The etymology of the name suggests "homestead or village by a river bend," indicating the geographical features of the original settlement.

History

The Cobham surname has been documented in historical records dating back to the early medieval period in England. The name has been associated with notable individuals throughout English history, including prominent landowners, knights, and military figures.

Notable Individuals

  • Sir John de Cobham: A prominent English knight who lived during the 14th century and played a significant role in the Hundred Years' War.
  • Reginald Fitzroy, 1st Baron Cobham: An influential nobleman and military commander during the reign of King Henry III.
  • Margaret de Cobham: A medieval noblewoman known for her involvement in mystical and occult practices.

Modern Significance

The Cobham surname continues to be passed down through generations, with descendants residing in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. Some modern-day Cobhams have distinguished themselves in fields such as academia, business, and the arts.

References

  • P.H. Reany, R.M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames (Oxford University Press, 1991).
  • K.S.B. Keats-Rohan, Domesday Descendants: A Prosopography of Persons Occurring in English Documents 1066–1166 (The Boydell Press, 2002).

There are approximately 514 people named Cobham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Cobham.

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

  • Adam
  • Alan
  • Alexander
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Gerald
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Lauren
  • Louise
  • Marian
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Penelope
  • Sarah
  • Sharon

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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