The surname Abercrombie has Scottish origins and is believed to have originated from the lands of Abercrombie in Fife, Scotland. It is a locational surname, referring to someone who lived near the Abercrombie village. The name Abercrombie is derived from the Celtic words 'aber' meaning 'at the mouth of a river' and 'cromba' meaning 'crooked'. Over the years, the surname Abercrombie has spread across different parts of the world.