TOOMBS
Toombs
Toombs is a British surname of Old English origin meaning "valley." It is believed to be a locational surname derived from a place name referring to a dweller in or near a valley.
The surname Toombs is most commonly found in England, specifically in regions where the landscape consists of valleys, such as Yorkshire and the South West.
Individuals bearing the surname Toombs can be traced back to various historical records, indicating its long-standing presence in British history. The name may have undergone variations in spelling over the centuries, including Tomb, Tombs, or Tumbes.
Today, people with the surname Toombs can be found across the UK and beyond, often with a diverse range of occupations and interests. The name Toombs continues to be passed down through generations as a reminder of the ancestral roots of those who bear it.
There are approximately 702 people named Toombs in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,684th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Toombs.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Dean
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Anna
- Anne
- Claire
- Deborah
- Emma
- Joan
- Julie
- Leann
- Lesley
- Lisa
- Rebecca
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.