COLLISHAW
Collishaw
Collishaw is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English elements "col," meaning coal, and "leah," meaning wood or clearing. As such, Collishaw likely originally denoted someone who lived near a charcoal- or coal-producing woodland.
The surname Collishaw has historical ties to various regions of the United Kingdom, including Yorkshire, Lancashire, and the Midlands. Over time, bearers of the name have spread across the country and beyond, contributing to the diaspora of the surname.
Noteworthy individuals bearing the surname Collishaw include aviation pioneer Raymond Collishaw, a prominent flying ace during World War I. Collishaw gained fame for his exceptional skills as a fighter pilot and his leadership in various air squadrons.
The surname Collishaw continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and in parts of the former British Empire. As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation have arisen over the centuries, adding to the diversity and richness of the family name.
In contemporary times, the Collishaw surname endures as a connection to British heritage and history, reflecting the enduring significance of family names in shaping individual and collective identities.
There are approximately 379 people named Collishaw in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Collishaw.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ashley
- David
- James
- Jon
- Lawrence
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Hilary
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Melanie
- Michelle
- Pauline
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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