There are
638
Colcords in the USA
Colcord is the
35294th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Colcord

KennebunkportColcord

Kennebunkport Colcord was an American sailor and writer, known for his adventures at sea and his book 'The Book of American Sailing Ships'.

LincolnColcord

Lincoln Colcord was an American maritime historian and writer, known for his detailed studies of sea stories and maritime history.

AddisonColcord

Addison Colcord was an American painter and illustrator, known for his works depicting maritime scenes and ships.

DanielColcord

Daniel Colcord was an American politician, serving as a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives and the New Hampshire Senate.

FrankL.

Frank L. Colcord was an American newspaper editor and publisher, known for his work with the Sioux City Journal and his involvement in Republican politics.

HenryColcord

Henry Colcord was an American engineer and inventor, known for his contributions to the development of steam engines and locomotives.

JohnColcord

John Colcord was an American sailor and seafarer, known for his role as the youngest crew member aboard the ill-fated ship 'Titanic'.

MarthaColcord

Martha Colcord was an American suffragist and women's rights advocate, known for her efforts to secure voting rights for women in New Hampshire.

RobertColcord

Robert Colcord was an American composer and musician, known for his contributions to contemporary classical music and experimental compositions.

WilliamH.

William H. Colcord was an American architect, known for his designs of public buildings and landmarks, including the Maine State House.

Colcord Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Colcord' is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English words 'col', meaning 'coal' or 'charcoal' and 'cord', meaning 'rope'. It was likely an occupational surname for someone who worked with coal or charcoal.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Colcord' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. It has also been found in England and Canada.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Colcord' include 'Coulthard' and 'Coldicott'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Colcord' has primarily been associated with English and American migration and immigration, particularly during the colonial period and the expansion of the American frontier.