CRUMMACK

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Crummack

Crummack is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the Yorkshire region. The name is thought to have originated as a toponymic surname, derived from the Old English words "crumb" and "ac", which mean "crooked oak". The surname likely referred to someone who lived near or owned land with a crooked oak tree.

The earliest recorded instance of the Crummack surname dates back to the 16th century in Yorkshire, where the name was predominantly found. Over time, bearers of the surname have spread to other parts of England and the world, particularly through migration and emigration.

The Crummack surname may have undergone variations in spelling over the centuries, including Crumack, Cromack, and Crummock. Those bearing the Crummack surname have historically been associated with agriculture, land ownership, and various trades.

Today, individuals with the Crummack surname can be found across the United Kingdom and in countries with ties to British migration history. The name continues to carry a sense of regional heritage and ancestry for those who bear it.

There are approximately 177 people named Crummack in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Crummack.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

David
Ian
James
John
Mark
Matthew
Michael
Paul
Raymond
Richard
Stephen
Steven

Female

Angela
Cheryl
Christine
Dawn
Fiona
Linda
Margaret
Melanie
Rebecca
Victoria

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