About Lumb
The surname Lumb is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "lum," meaning "chimney" or "fireplace." It is believed to have originally been a topographic name for someone who lived near a chimney or fireplace, or an occupational name for someone who worked as a chimney sweep. The surname Lumb is relatively rare and is mainly found in the Yorkshire region of England.
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The surname Lumb is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Lumb based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Lumb is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Lumb in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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