Corby (surname)

Corby is a surname with multiple possible origins. It is found primarily in English-speaking countries.

Possible Origins:

• English Locational Surname: Derived from various places named Corby in England, notably Corby in Northamptonshire. These place names generally derive from the Old Norse "Kori's by," meaning "Kori's settlement" or farmstead. "Kori" was a Norse personal name. Other possible place name origins exist depending on the specific location.
• Irish Surname: Occasionally, Corby can be an Anglicized form of the Gaelic name "Ó Corrbhuí," meaning "descendant of Corrbhuí." "Corrbhuí" is a personal name meaning "yellow spear" or "yellow charioteer."
• Other European Origins: While less common, the surname could potentially have origins in other European languages, but this is not well-documented.

Distribution:

The surname is relatively common in England, particularly in areas near places named Corby. It is also found in significant numbers in the United States, Canada, Australia, and other countries with a history of English immigration.

Notable People with the Surname:

• (Examples would be inserted here if available, following the pattern: John Corby (born 19XX), British politician.) More information needed to provide specific examples.

Variations:

Variations of the surname may include Corbee, Corbey, and possibly others depending on regional dialects and historical transcription.

Further Research:

Genealogical resources such as ancestry websites, historical records, and surname dictionaries can provide further information about the origins and history of the Corby surname.