COLDICOTT
Coldicott
Coldicott is an English surname with roots that can be traced back to the medieval period. The surname is believed to be of locational origin, derived from the Old English words 'col', meaning 'cool' or 'cold', and 'cot', which refers to a small cottage or shelter.
The Coldicott surname is most commonly found in the counties of Worcestershire and Gloucestershire in the West Midlands region of England. The name has various spellings over the centuries, including Coldicot, Coldicote, Coldicot, and Coldycot.
The earliest known recording of the Coldicott surname dates back to the 13th century, with variations such as Richard de Coldicote and Walter de Coldecote appearing in historical records. The family was primarily associated with agricultural activities, and their presence can be found in local parish records, manorial rolls, and wills.
Over the centuries, the Coldicott family has branched out, and descendants can now be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and the world. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the heritage and history of this ancient English name.
There are approximately 598 people named Coldicott in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Coldicott.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steve
- Steven
- Timothy
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Jacqueline
- Joanne
- Karen
- Lisa
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sandra
- Susan