CAWTHORN
Cawthorn
Cawthorn is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational. It is derived from the Old English words "cald" meaning cold and "thorn" referring to a thorny bush or hedge, suggesting a place with cold thorny thickets.
The surname is associated with the village of Cawthorne in Yorkshire, England. Variants of the surname include Cawtorn, Ca(t)horn, and Cauthorn.
The earliest recordings of the surname date back to the 16th century in Yorkshire. The Cawthorn family has ancestral ties to the region for centuries, being involved in various trades such as farming, mining, and textile production.
Over time, the Cawthorn surname has spread across the United Kingdom and overseas due to migration and colonization. Today, individuals with the surname Cawthorn can be found in different parts of the world, particularly in countries with historical connections to Britain.
Notable individuals with the surname Cawthorn have made contributions in various fields, including academia, business, politics, and the arts. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its rich heritage and historical significance.
There are approximately 665 people named Cawthorn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Cawthorn.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Anne
- Claire
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Joan
- Joanne
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Rosalind
- Sally
- Sarah
- Suzy
- Victoria
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