Cromack

Cromack is a surname of English origin, stemming from the Old English personal name "Crombeard," meaning "crooked beard." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with a distinctive or unusual beard shape.

Distribution and Historical Significance

The surname is relatively rare, with most occurrences found in the United Kingdom, particularly in England. The earliest recorded instance of the Cromack surname dates to the early 17th century in the county of Sussex.

Notable Individuals

While not widely recognised, there have been notable individuals bearing the Cromack surname throughout history. These individuals have made contributions in various fields, from the arts to science and academia.

Variants and Derivatives

Over time, variations of the Cromack surname have emerged, including Cromacke, Cromackes, and Cromacks. These variants often reflect different spellings resulting from regional accents, dialects, or simply transcription errors.

References

For those interested in delving deeper into the history and origins of the Cromack surname, resources such as historical records, genealogical databases, and local archives can provide valuable insights and information.

There are approximately 632 people named Cromack in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Cromack.

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
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen

Female

  • Angela
  • Barbara
  • Carolyn
  • Emma
  • Gillian
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jenny
  • Laura
  • Lesley
  • Lisa
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Susanna

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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