STOBBS
Stobbs
Stobbs is a surname of British origin that is believed to have originated in the northern regions of England, particularly in Northumberland and County Durham. The surname is derived from the Old English word "stopp," meaning a post or stake. It is thought to have been used to describe someone who lived near a post or stake boundary.
History and Origin
The Stobbs surname is considered to be of topographical origin, given to individuals based on the surrounding landscape or features near their place of residence. It is likely that the earliest bearers of the surname were people who lived near boundary markers or landmarks such as posts or stakes.
Distribution
The distribution of the Stobbs surname in the United Kingdom is most prevalent in the north of England, particularly in counties such as Northumberland, County Durham, and Yorkshire. However, individuals bearing the surname can also be found in other regions of the country.
Notable Individuals
- Thomas Stobbs (1898–1967): A prominent British scientist known for his contributions to the field of chemistry.
- Emily Stobbs (b. 1985): A successful British author renowned for her novels set in rural England.
Variants
Variants of the Stobbs surname may include Stobbes, Stobb, and Stob.
References
- P.H. Reaney, A Dictionary of English Surnames (London: Routledge, 2005)
- J.R. Dolan, The Book of English Surnames (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010)
There are approximately 1,891 people named Stobbs in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,409th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Stobbs.
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
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Angela
- Anne
- Carol
- Christine
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanna
- Joanne
- Lorna
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan