BARROWCLIFFE
Barrowcliffe
Barrowcliffe is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to medieval England. The name is believed to be locational, referring to someone who lived near a barrow or burial mound on a cliff.
The Barrowcliffe surname is relatively rare, found predominantly in certain regions of England. The exact origins and history of the name are not well-documented, but it is likely to have emerged in the early medieval period as a place name that eventually became adopted as a surname by families living in the vicinity.
Individuals bearing the surname Barrowcliffe have made contributions in various fields over the years, though the family name remains relatively uncommon in wider genealogical records. Research into the family history of the Barrowcliffe name may provide valuable insights into local history and migration patterns in England.
Like many surnames of British origin, Barrowcliffe reflects the rich tapestry of social and geographical influences that have shaped the history of the British Isles. The name continues to be passed down through generations, connecting modern bearers with their ancestral roots and heritage.
There are approximately 471 people named Barrowcliffe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Barrowcliffe.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Craig
- David
- Dennis
- George
- John
- Mark
- Mathew
- Matthew
- Paul
- Peter
- Shaun
Female
- Caryl
- Christine
- Claire
- Denise
- Emma
- Jean
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Susan
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