COLCOMB
Colcomb
Colcomb is a British surname of Cornish origin, derived from the Old Cornish words "col", meaning 'nook' or 'corner', and "komb", meaning 'valley'. The name likely originated as a toponymic surname for individuals who lived in or near a nook or valley in Cornwall.
The Colcomb surname has been recorded in various spellings over the centuries, including Colcombe, Colecombe, and Colcomb. The name is relatively rare and is most commonly found in the South West of England, particularly in Cornwall and Devon.
Individuals bearing the Colcomb surname have been documented in historical records, particularly in the context of local land ownership and agriculture. The name may also have links to religious institutions, as some individuals with the surname Colcomb are recorded as clergy or associated with religious orders.
In modern times, the Colcomb surname is likely to be found among the descendants of families with Cornish heritage. Variants of the name may exist due to phonetic and spelling variations over time.
Overall, the Colcomb surname reflects the rich history and cultural heritage of the British Isles, particularly the ancient region of Cornwall.
There are approximately 117 people named Colcomb in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Colcomb.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Ashley
- Christopher
- David
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Timothy
Female
- Avril
- Diane
- Elizabeth
- Janette
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Pamela
- Pauline
- Victoria