Collom

Collom is a surname of English origin, typically found in the southern regions of the country. The name is believed to be of locational origin, derived from the Old English word "col" meaning "cool" or "charcoal," and "ham" meaning "homestead" or "village." Therefore, the surname could have denoted someone who lived near a cool village or homestead, or perhaps someone who worked with charcoal.

The earliest recorded instance of the Collom surname dates back to the medieval period, and variations of the name have been found in historical records, including Colloms, Colham, and Culham.

Over the centuries, the Collom surname has been passed down through generations, with branches of the family establishing themselves in different regions of England. The name may have undergone spelling variations due to regional accents, dialects, and clerical transcription errors.

Today, individuals bearing the last name Collom can be found across various parts of England and even in other English-speaking countries due to historical migration patterns.

The Collom surname carries a rich heritage and serves as a reminder of the historical and cultural significance of locational surnames in England.

There are approximately 187 people named Collom in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Collom.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Gregg
  • Kelvin
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Neill
  • Paul
  • Raymond
  • Richard
  • Ronald
  • Stephen

Female

  • Angela
  • Anna
  • Caroline
  • Dawn
  • Dorothy
  • Florence
  • Jacqueline
  • Jean
  • Lesley
  • Lisa
  • Michelle
  • Sara
  • Stephanie
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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