COLLOBY
Colloby
Colloby is a British surname of English origin. The surname is believed to have originated from the areas of North Yorkshire and County Durham in the north of England. The etymology of the name suggests that it may have been derived from a place name, possibly a lost medieval village or hamlet.
Individuals bearing the surname Colloby have been traced back through historical records to the early 17th century, with many family members primarily residing in the northern regions of England. The name has seen variations in spelling over the years, such as Colbey and Colby, reflecting the fluidity of English spelling conventions.
The Colloby surname is relatively rare, with only a small number of individuals carrying this name across the United Kingdom. Despite its scarcity, the name has persisted over the centuries, showcasing the endurance and legacy of the families associated with it.
Today, individuals with the surname Colloby can still be found in parts of northern England, carrying forward the heritage and history of their familial lineage. The surname serves as a reminder of the localised nature of British surnames and their ability to evoke connections to specific regions and communities.
There are approximately 152 people named Colloby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Colloby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Daniel
- Geoffrey
- Iain
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
Female
- Amber
- Anna
- Cecily
- Fay
- Fiona
- Janette
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Samantha
- Sarah