SQUIBB
Squibb
Squibb is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "squib," which referred to a small firework that produces a hissing sound when lit. The surname likely originated as an occupational name for someone who made or sold fireworks.
The first recorded instance of the Squibb surname dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Somerset, England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Squibb include John Squibb, a renowned fireworks manufacturer in the 18th century who supplied pyrotechnics for various celebrations and events.
Today, the Squibb surname continues to be found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions that have historical connections to the fireworks industry. It is a distinctive and rare surname that carries a legacy of craftsmanship and entertainment associated with fireworks.
There are approximately 1,415 people named Squibb in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,630th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Squibb.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Rowen
- Steven
Female
- Alison
- Donna
- Emma
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Sarah
- Shirley
- Susan