CULLUM
Cullum
Cullum is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Culina," meaning a dweller at the niche or culvert. The surname Cullum is geographical and refers to someone who lived near a niche or culvert.
The first recorded instance of the surname Cullum dates back to the 12th century in Norfolk, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Cullum include Thomas Gery Cullum (1741–1831), a British antiquarian and naturalist, known for his extensive research in various fields of study.
The Cullum name has continued to be passed down through generations, with many diverse branches of the family now settled across the UK and the world. The Cullum family crest features a lion rampant surrounded by a shield, exemplifying strength and heraldic tradition.
In modern times, the name Cullum can be found in a range of professions and walks of life, reflecting the diverse nature of British society.
There are approximately 2,646 people named Cullum in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,369th most common surname in Britain. Around 41 in a million people in Britain are named Cullum.
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
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Ann
- Anna
- Barbara
- Heather
- Helen
- Julie
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey
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