Culbert

The surname Culbert is of Old English origin, derived from the personal name "Cuthbeorht," which means "famous, bright." The Culbert family name is classified as a patronymic surname. Initially, surnames were developed as a way to distinguish individuals in a community, often based on a person's occupation, location, or parentage.

The Culbert surname is chiefly found in Northern Ireland and Scotland. It has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Culbert, Colbert, Culbertson, and Colbertson.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Culbert include academics, professionals, and notable figures in various fields. The Culbert name has a rich history and heritage, and those who bear it can trace their lineage back to early medieval times.

In contemporary times, the Culbert surname continues to be used by many individuals, reflecting the enduring legacy of this ancient family name in British history and culture.

There are approximately 558 people named Culbert in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Culbert.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Ireland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Angela
  • Catherine
  • Dawn
  • Deborah
  • Elaine
  • Elizabeth
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Kerry
  • Lilian
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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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