COWDEN
Cowden
Cowden is a British surname of Scottish origin, derived from the place name Cowden, meaning "valley of the cows." It is classified as a habitational surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name likely hailed from the town of Cowden or another location with a similar name.
The surname Cowden is primarily found in Scotland and the north of England, suggesting a historical connection with these regions. Variants of the surname may include Coudan, Couden, and Coudon.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Cowden have contributed to various fields, including literature, academia, and public service. Over the centuries, the name has spread and become established in diverse communities, both in the United Kingdom and abroad.
As with many surnames of British origin, Cowden carries a sense of ancestry, heritage, and tradition, reflecting the rich tapestry of British history and the diverse origins of its people.
There are approximately 322 people named Cowden in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Cowden.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Robert
- Rodney
- Simon
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Anne
- Annie
- Catherine
- Diane
- Dorothy
- Elain
- Helen
- Irene
- Janet
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Yvonne