TheNameDBLipscomb
TopographicMeaning
A surname derived from a place name in England, likely referring to a settlement associated with a person named Lippa or a geographical feature.
Etymology
The surname combines an Old English personal name or topographic element with 'comb,' an Old English term for a valley or hollow. The exact origin of the first element remains uncertain, though it may derive from a personal name or descriptive term used in medieval England.
About the Lipscomb Surname
Lipscomb is a surname with roots in English place names, likely originating from a specific settlement or geographical location. The name has been established in English records for several centuries and spread to North America through colonial settlement.
Distribution
Primarily found in England and the United States, with significant populations in the American South.
Notable Bearers
Thomas Lipscomb, Susie Lipscomb