COLENSO
Colenso
Colenso is a surname of English origin, derived from a place name in Cornwall, a county in southwest England. The name Colenso comes from the hamlet of Saint Colenso, which is named after a local saint.
The Colenso family is thought to have Anglo-Saxon roots, with historical records dating back to the 13th century in Cornwall. Over time, branches of the family spread to other parts of England, including Devon and Somerset.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Colenso include John William Colenso (1814–1883), an English clergyman and theologian known for his progressive views and controversies within the Anglican Church. Another notable figure is Henry H. Colenso (1843-1900), a British engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the field of civil engineering.
The surname Colenso continues to be found in various regions of the United Kingdom and among the global diaspora of British families. Today, individuals with the surname Colenso can be found in a variety of professions and industries, reflecting the diverse nature of modern British society.
There are approximately 189 people named Colenso in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Colenso.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Drew
- Jason
- John
- Mark
- Nigel
- Oliver
- Paul
- Peter
- Rafe
- Richard
Female
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Kirstie
- Lara
- Leonie
- Maria
- Patricia
- Paula
- Ruth
- Sara