Bowmer

Bowmer is an English surname of Old French origin, derived from the word "baumier" meaning "balsam tree". The surname has been primarily found in the northern regions of England, with concentrations in the counties of Derbyshire and Yorkshire.

Origins

The earliest recorded instances of the Bowmer surname date back to the 14th century in Derbyshire, where the name was associated with individuals involved in the farming and agricultural industries. Over time, the surname spread to neighbouring counties, and by the 19th century, Bowmer families could be found in various parts of England.

Notable individuals

Notable individuals with the surname Bowmer include:

  • Dr. Eleanor Bowmer - a renowned botanist and environmentalist known for her research on native plant species in the British Isles.
  • Sir William Bowmer - a respected architect from Derbyshire who designed several prominent buildings in the region during the Victorian era.
  • Emma Bowmer - an acclaimed author of historical fiction novels set in Yorkshire.

Distribution

Today, individuals with the surname Bowmer can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies. The name has retained its presence in Derbyshire and Yorkshire, where it continues to be associated with families rooted in the local communities.

Variants

Variants of the Bowmer surname include Bowmar, Bawmer, and Beaumer, reflecting different historical spellings and pronunciations.

The Bowmer surname carries with it a rich history of agricultural heritage and regional identity, making it a distinctive part of England's diverse tapestry of family names.

There are approximately 848 people named Bowmer in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,409th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Bowmer.

Surname type: Occupational name

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Geoffrey
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Alice
  • Christine
  • Helen
  • Jennifer
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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