How common is the Combie surname?

There are approximately 1,800 people with the surname Combie in the United States.

Are there Combie soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 11 soldiers with the Combie surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Combie mean?

The surname Combie means "Resident of a place with 'comb' or 'combe' in the name, referring to a valley or hollow.". It is of Scottish origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Resident of a place with 'comb' or 'combe' in the name, referring to a valley or hollow.

Etymology

From Old English 'comb' or 'combe' meaning a valley or hollow, combined with a locative suffix. The surname reflects Scottish topographic naming traditions.

About the Combie Surname

A Scottish topographic surname derived from geographical features. The name reflects the importance of valley and hollow formations in Scottish place naming.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,800 bearers in the United States #3,168 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in Scotland with some distribution in northern England.

Combie Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Combie Surname

A.B. Combie

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Quick Facts

Origin: Scottish
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 16th century Scotland
Estimated Bearers: 1,800

War Records

11 soldiers with the Combie surname found in Civil War records.

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