CARROW
Carrow
Overview
Carrow is a surname of English origin, prevalent primarily in the counties of Norfolk and Suffolk. The name is derived from the Old English word "caru", meaning 'care' or 'concern', and "raw", meaning 'row' or 'line'. The surname may have originally denoted a place or settlement where people gathered to share their concerns or to organize communal activities.
History
The earliest records of the Carrow surname date back to the medieval period in Norfolk, specifically in the village of Carrow near Norwich. Over time, families bearing the name expanded to other parts of East Anglia, such as Suffolk.
Notable Individuals
- George Carrow (1802 – 1876): A renowned architect from Norfolk, known for his contributions to the Gothic Revival movement in the 19th century.
- Alice Carrow (1879 – 1954): An influential suffragist and women's rights advocate, who played a significant role in the suffragette movement in Suffolk.
Variants
Variants of the Carrow surname include Carrrowe, Carow, and Carrue.
Typical given names associated with the Carrow surname
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Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 57 people named Carrow in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Carrow.
