COMBER

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Comber

Origin and Meaning

Comber is a locational surname of English origin, deriving from the town of Comber in County Down, Northern Ireland. The name is believed to come from the Irish word "comar," meaning "confluence" or "joining of rivers."

History and Distribution

The surname Comber is primarily found in the United Kingdom, with a concentration in Northern Ireland due to its association with the town of Comber. The earliest recorded instances of the name date back to the 17th century in County Down. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Comber have dispersed throughout various regions of the UK and beyond.

Famous Individuals

Notable individuals with the surname Comber include:

Charles Comber (1891–1960): British architect known for his work on various buildings in the early to mid-20th century.
Dennis Comber (1907–1941): A British Army officer awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery during World War II.

Variants and Derivatives

Variants and derivatives of the surname Comber include Cummer, Cumbar, and Cumber.

There are approximately 1,333 people named Comber in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,888th most common surname in Britain. Around 20 in a million people in Britain are named Comber.

Surname type: Occupational name

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
Christopher
David
James
John
Michael
Paul
Peter
Robert
Stephen

Female

Christine
Elizabeth
Janet
Joan
Joanne
Julie
Karen
Lisa
Margaret
Mary
Patricia
Pauline
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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