Comstock - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Comstock \c(o)-msto-ck, com(s)-tock\ is of Old English origin. The Comstock Lode of silver in Nevada, discovered by scout and trapper Henry Comstock, was the richest silver mine in America in the 19th century.

Comstock is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Comstock. Compare Comstock with related baby names.