CALDOW
Caldow
Caldow is a surname of Scottish origin that is predominantly found in the western parts of Scotland, particularly in the historic county of Ayrshire. The surname is believed to be of locational origin, deriving from the place-name "Caldow" or "Caldowie" in Ayrshire.
The name likely comes from the Old Gaelic term "cal" meaning 'nook' or 'recess', and "dubh" meaning 'black'. This suggests that the name may have originally described a dark or sheltered nook within the landscape. The surname Caldow is therefore thought to have been adopted by families who were either linked to or resided in the vicinity of Caldow or Caldowie.
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Caldow were known to be farmers, landowners, or individuals associated with agricultural activities in the region. The surname has evolved over time and has produced various spelling variations, including variations such as Caddow, Cadow, Caldowe, and Calduf.
Today, individuals with the surname Caldow can be found across different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, embodying a lineage that is steeped in the rich history and traditions of Scotland.
Typical given names associated with the Caldow surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Charles
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Robert
- Scott
- Simon
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Agnes
- Carol
- Elizabeth
- Jean
- Joan
- Margaret
- Melanie
- Nicola
- Sandra
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 398 people named Caldow in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Caldow.
Famous people named Caldow
- Eric Caldow - Scottish football player and manager (1934 to 2019)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.