COLBRAN
Colbran
Colbran is a British surname of Old French origin, derived from the personal name "Coluber", which in turn comes from the Latin word "coluber" meaning "snake". The name was likely a nickname given to someone believed to resemble a snake or who exhibited snake-like characteristics.
Origin
The surname Colbran is believed to have been introduced to England during the Norman Conquest of 1066. It is thought to have been originally brought to the country by William the Conqueror's followers.
Distribution
The surname Colbran is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with the largest concentration of individuals bearing this name found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Sussex.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals with the surname Colbran include:
- Jane Colbran (1806–1885): An English soprano known for her performances in Italian opera during the early 19th century.
- Amanda Colbran: A contemporary British artist specialising in abstract painting.
Variants
Variants of the surname Colbran may include: Colburn, Coldbran, and Culbran.
The surname Colbran holds a rich history and continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and beyond.
There are approximately 245 people named Colbran in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Colbran.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Eric
- George
- Jack
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Lee
- Mark
- Paul
- Simon
Female
- Amanda
- Christine
- Claire
- Karen
- Lisa
- Patricia
- Paula
- Sarah
- Shirley
- Tina