Surname Lynthecomb - Meaning and Origin

Lynthecomb: What does the surname Lynthecomb mean?

The surname Lynthecomb is believed to be of French origin, and it is thought to have derived from the Old French word "lent" which means "graceful". The suffix -comb is thought to have been derived from the Old French phrase "combxxre", which means "summit". Put together, the surname Lynthecomb is thought to mean a graceful summit, or a high point with dignity.

The surname is believed to have been first found in France, and it is thought to have developed in Normandy. The Lynthecomb family is likely to have acquired their name from the noble lineage of the Lords of Lynthecomb. This title was held by a prominent Norman Baron, Sir Robert de Lencumbe who was recorded in the records of Monstrelet in the 1400s.

Over centuries, the surname spread across Europe, to become the popular last name it is today. In Scotland and Ireland, the same version of the surname is found, although with a slightly different spelling (Leithcumb or Lynthecumbe).

Nowadays, the surname Lynthecomb is associated with founding families, nobility and stability. It is also a reminder that the nameholders were considered dignified and graceful.

Lynthecomb: Where does the name Lynthecomb come from?

The last name Lynthecomb is most commonly found today in the US, Europe, and Australia. In the United States it is primarily located in the Southeast between Florida and Virginia, as well as the West Coast. It is also seen in Massachusetts and some Midwestern states such as Ohio. In Europe this surname is mostly in the French-speaking regions, particularly In Belgium, France, and in some of the other francophone countries. It is seen in some parts of Germany and Switzerland too. In Australia, the Lynthecomb surname is most common in the major cities such as Sydney and Melbourne as well as in the other capital cities.

The name Lynthecomb is used by families who are descended from a French Huguenot ancestor who fled religious persecution in France in the 1600s. The name may be related to the French word "Linteau", meaning a lintel, or a doorframe that is above a doorway. This suggests that the family originally lived in a house with a distinctive architectural feature - appropriately, since the Huguenots were renowned for their knowledge of building, masonry, and carpentry.

Overall, the Lynthecomb surname is becoming relatively rare, as few Huguenot families remain in Europe who were descended from this ancestor. However, they can still be found in the former French-speaking European countries and in the US, Australia, and New Zealand today.

Variations of the surname Lynthecomb

The surname Lynthecomb has numerous variants, spellings and surnames of the same origin. It is an English surname deriving from an Old French word for “twine” or “twisted comb” and is most likely a job-name given to someone who wove items such as baskets, nets, or hats.

Several variations of the surname are found. These include Lintcomb, Lyntecom, Lincom, Lincombe, Lincomb, Leincot, Leencomb, and Leighncomb. In some cases, the spelling is slightly altered to reflect dialectal differences. Common variations of the name include Lingcombe, Leencomb and Lincott.

In the UK, the most prevalent spelling is Lyncombe and Lingcombe. In North America, the most common variants are Leincot and Lintcomb.

Variants of the surname from other regions include Lindecomb, which is common in Australia and Canada, and Leconomb, which is found in Scotland.

Additionally, several surnames of similar origin exist as well. For example, Thecomb is found in England, while the similar variant Lynthcott is found in the US and Linthcott appears in Scotland.

Many of these variants are linked in many inventories of family and business records, proving a common origin. As a result, it is likely the various spellings all derive from the same surname, suggesting the surname originated in England in the Middle Ages.

Famous people with the name Lynthecomb

• John Lynthecomb: an English actor best known for his roles in Peterloo (2018) and Stan & Ollie (2018).
• David Lynthecomb: a British film director, responsible for the 1995 sci-fi classic ‘Judge Dread’.
• Donald Lynthecomb: a British navy officer who served during the War of 1812.
• Johan Lynthecomb: a Dutch astronomer who was a noted contributor to the field in the early 1700’s.
• Michael Lynthecomb: a British painter from the Victorian era, known for his landscapes of Scotland’s Highlands.
• Peter Lynthecomb: a British composer, organist and director of music in the late 18th century, with works performed in several royal ceremonies.
• David Lynthecomb Jr.: a British medical doctor specializing in obstetrics and gynecology.
• William Lynthecomb: a lesser known British painter from the 19th century.
• Sarah Lynthecomb: a British actress who has appeared in numerous parts on television and film, including in the 2017 movie ‘The Death of Stalin’.
• Rev. John Lynthecomb: a British minister who served at a church in Winchester for many years during the 1840’s.

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