How common is the Tomb surname?

There are approximately 1,500 people with the surname Tomb in the United States.

Are there Tomb soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 21 soldiers with the Tomb surname appear in Civil War records.

Tomb

Q: What does the surname Tomb mean?

The surname Tomb means "A surname possibly derived from a place name or an occupational term related to burial grounds or monuments.". It is of English origin.

Other

Meaning

A surname possibly derived from a place name or an occupational term related to burial grounds or monuments.

Etymology

Tomb may derive from the English word 'tomb,' referring to a burial place, or from a place name containing this element. The exact origin is uncertain.

About the Tomb Surname

Tomb is an uncommon English surname with uncertain origins. It may relate to burial grounds or may derive from a place name.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare surname found primarily in the United Kingdom and United States.

Tomb Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Tomb Surname

J.H. Tomb

Captain

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Other
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 1,500

War Records

21 soldiers with the Tomb surname found in Civil War records.

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