TREBILCOCK
Trebilcock
Trebilcock is a Cornish surname of ancient origin, originally derived from the Cornish words "tre" meaning homestead or settlement, and "vilcoc" meaning full-breasted. The name is believed to have originated from the southwestern region of Cornwall, England.
Origins
The Trebilcock family is said to have ancient roots in Cornwall, where they were predominantly found as farmers and landowners. The name likely started as a nickname for a prominent or well-built individual within the community.
Distribution
Historical records show that the Trebilcock surname has been primarily concentrated in Cornwall. However, over time, individuals bearing this surname have migrated to other parts of England and beyond.
Notable Individuals
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Jonathan Trebilcock (1802–1893): A well-known Cornish poet and writer who captured the essence of rural life in his works.
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Alice Trebilcock (b. 1975): A respected marine biologist who has contributed significantly to the study of marine ecosystems in the British Isles.
Variants
Variants of the name Trebilcock include Trebillcock and Trembath, among others, reflecting the phonetic and spelling variations over the centuries.
Modern Times
In contemporary times, Trebilcock remains a relatively rare surname, but individuals with this name can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world due to migration and globalisation.
References
- Padel, O. (1982). A Popular Dictionary of Cornish Place-Names. Truran.
- Trebilcock Family History. (n.d.). Retrieved from www.trebilcockfamilyhistory.com
Overall, the Trebilcock surname is emblematic of Cornish heritage and its profound connections to the land and communities of Cornwall.
There are approximately 474 people named Trebilcock in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Trebilcock.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- Joshua
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- William
Female
- Celia
- Clare
- Diane
- Eleanor
- Elizabeth
- Emily
- Helen
- Isabel
- Pamela
- Rebecca
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tamsin
- Violet
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.