THOMBS
Thombs
The surname Thombs is of English origin and is believed to have multiple possible derivations. One potential source is the Old English personal name "Toma," which was a common name in medieval England. Over time, patronymic surnames were developed, and the addition of the suffix "-s" denoted "son of," resulting in the surname Thombs or variations such as Thomps or Thompson.
The distribution of the surname Thombs in the United Kingdom suggests that it is most prevalent in southern England and particularly in the county of Sussex. This regional concentration may indicate a historical connection to a specific locality or family group in that area.
Thombs is a relatively rare surname, with fewer occurrences compared to other English surnames. Individuals bearing this surname can be found in various walks of life, and genealogical research may uncover connections to notable figures or historical events.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling have emerged over time due to factors such as regional accents, dialectal differences, or clerical errors in recording documents. Despite these variations, the surname Thombs remains a distinctive part of British onomastic heritage.
There are approximately 100 people named Thombs in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Thombs.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Richard
Female
- Andrea
- Bea
- Beatrice
- Jasmine
- Julie