Cumpton

Origin and Meaning

Cumpton is a British surname of English origin. It is a locational surname derived from the Old English words "cumb" meaning valley and "tun" meaning settlement or enclosure. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname likely hailed from a place known as Cumpton or a similar variant.

Distribution and Popularity

The surname Cumpton is relatively rare in the United Kingdom and is not among the most frequent surnames in the country. Its distribution is not widespread and is more likely to be found in specific regions of England where its historical roots lie.

Variants

Variants of the surname Cumpton may include spelling variations such as Compton or Crompton. These variations may have arisen due to dialectal differences, clerical errors, or anglicisation of the original surname.

Notable Individuals

As Cumpton is not a widely recognised surname, there are no notable individuals associated with it in historical records or contemporary society.

Sorry, we don't have any statistics on this name. That's probably because it's very uncommon in Britain.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Michael

Female

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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