COWLAND
Cowland
Cowland is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English words "cu," meaning cow, and "land," meaning land or territory. The surname is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near or owned land suitable for grazing cows.
The Cowland family name can be traced back to medieval times, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other regions of England and has become relatively uncommon.
Individuals with the surname Cowland have been found in various records, including census data, church registers, and historical documents, offering insights into the lives and occupations of those who bore the name.
Today, the Cowland surname may still be found in the United Kingdom and among the British diaspora in other parts of the world. Like many other British surnames, the history of the Cowland name reflects the country's rich linguistic and cultural heritage.
There are approximately 435 people named Cowland in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Cowland.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Andy
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Steve
- Steven
Female
- Barbara
- Elaine
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Janet
- Joanna
- Joanne
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary