TUMBER
Tumber
Tumber is a British surname with possible origins in the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture of England. The surname is believed to have been derived from the Old English word "tumb", meaning to stumble or fall. It is thought that the name may have originally been an occupational surname given to someone who worked as a tumbler or acrobat.
The first recorded instance of the surname Tumber dates back to the early 14th century in the county of Devon, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and even beyond its shores.
The Tumber family name has seen various spellings over the years, including Tumbar, Tumbler, and others. The name has also been found in different forms in records, such as Tomber and Tumbor.
Individuals bearing the surname Tumber have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, business, the arts, and more. The Tumber family name continues to be passed down through generations, representing a rich heritage and connection to the British Isles.
In contemporary times, the surname Tumber remains relatively uncommon but carries with it a sense of tradition and history for those who bear it.
There are approximately 522 people named Tumber in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Tumber.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Daulat
- David
- Gary
- Harminder
- Henry
- James
- Justin
- Mark
- Michael
- Onkar
- Paul
- Richard
- Steven
Female
- Amy
- Diane
- Harpreet
- Louise
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Morag
- Rebekah
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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