Callo

Callo is a British surname that originates from the Old English word 'calu' meaning "shiny" or "smooth". The surname is believed to have originated in the southern regions of England, particularly in areas with strong Anglo-Saxon influence.

The Callo surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Callo, Callow, Calow, Caloe, and Callowe. Different spellings often signify regional variations or changes in pronunciation over time.

Individuals with the surname Callo have been found in a variety of occupations and social classes throughout history. The name may have been associated with individuals who lived near a smooth or shiny area of land, or who worked with materials that had these qualities.

Today, the surname Callo can still be found in the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British descendants have settled. Variants of the name may also exist due to changes in spelling or pronunciation over the centuries.

Research into the history of the Callo surname can provide valuable insights into the migration patterns, occupations, and social structures of people in Britain throughout different periods of history.

There are approximately 28 people named Callo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Callo.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: India

Religion of origin: Sikh

Language of origin: Punjabi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Balraj
  • Jarnail
  • Shamsher

Female

  • Kathleen

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