TITCOMB
Titcomb
Titcomb is a rare English surname with its origins dating back to medieval times. The name is believed to be of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "titt" and "cumb," which together could mean "the summit of a mountain or ridge."
The Titcomb surname is most commonly found in the southwestern region of England, particularly in the counties of Devon and Cornwall. It is likely that the name originally denoted a person who lived near or on a prominent hill or ridge in this area.
Historical records show that individuals bearing the Titcomb surname have been documented in various parts of England over the centuries. The name has experienced fluctuations in popularity, with some periods seeing an increase in the number of people adopting the name, while in other eras it has been relatively uncommon.
Due to its rarity, Titcomb is not a well-known surname in the broader context of British surnames. However, those who bear this surname can trace their ancestry to the unique heritage associated with the name.
There are approximately 282 people named Titcomb in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Titcomb.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Anthony
- David
- Edward
- James
- John
- Karl
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
Female
- Ann
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gillian
- Glenys
- Joanne
- Laura
- Lisa
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Nadine
- Sarah
- Tara