HARCOMBE
Harcombe
Harcombe is a surname of English origin, deriving from habitation names found in the county of Devon in the South West of England. The place name Harcombe is thought to have originated from Old English words hearg, meaning "temple" or "shrine," and cumb, meaning "valley." This suggests that the name originally referred to a geographic location near a temple or shrine in a valley.
Individuals with the surname Harcombe can be traced back to historical records in Devon, particularly in areas such as Chagford, Moretonhampstead and surrounding villages. The name has likely spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond due to migration and dispersal of families over time.
The Harcombe surname is associated with a sense of heritage and identity, linking modern-day bearers to the traditions and history of their ancestors in Devon. Variants of the name may exist, such as Harcomb or Harcom, reflecting regional dialectal differences or spelling variations that have emerged over the centuries.
Today, individuals with the surname Harcombe can be found across the UK and in other English-speaking countries, maintaining a connection to their ancestral roots in Devon. The name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a link to the past and contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 426 people named Harcombe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Harcombe.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Craig
- David
- Fraser
- Glyn
- Huw
- Ian
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Paul
- Robert
Female
- Angela
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gillian
- Joanne
- Karen
- Katie
- Laura
- Margaret
- Sarah