COBHAM
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).
Typical given names associated with the Cobham 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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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
Famous people named Cobham
- Alan Cobham - Aviation pioneer (1894 to 1973)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.