Holcomb is an uncommon given name of American origin, derived from an English surname that was originally an occupational name for a maker of combs. It is composed of the elements 'holch' meaning 'to turn' and 'beombe' meaning 'comb'. While it's not one of the more popular choices today, Holcomb has been used as a given name in some families, particularly in the United States.
"Only 11 babies named Holcomb were born over these four years."