COWLING
Cowling
Cowling is an English surname believed to have originated from the Old English personal name Cufa, combined with the suffix -ing, which denotes "descendant of". The name is primarily concentrated in the northern regions of England, particularly Yorkshire.
The etymology of the surname suggests a connection to pastoral or agricultural activities, possibly indicating a familial association with cattle farming or cow herding. Over time, variations of the name, such as Cowlings or Culling, have emerged, reflecting regional dialectal influences and evolving phonetic conventions.
Individuals bearing the surname Cowling have been recorded in various historical documents, including the Domesday Book of 1086, parish registers, and census records. The spread of the name beyond its regional origins can be attributed to migration patterns and social mobility.
The Cowling surname may also be linked to notable figures in British history, such as scholars, artists, or public figures. Genealogical studies and DNA analysis have provided insights into the lineage and heritage of individuals with the Cowling surname, contributing to a broader understanding of British familial history.
Today, the Cowling surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to English heritage and ancestral roots. The name represents a thread in the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the diversity and complexity of the country's historical and cultural influences.
There are approximately 5,274 people named Cowling in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,793rd most common surname in Britain. Around 81 in a million people in Britain are named Cowling.
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
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Cowlin
- Colin
- Cling
- Coling
- Coaling
- Cawling
- Coleing
- Colinge
- Colingham
- Colings
- Colins
- Colling
- Collingan
- Collinge
- Collinger
- Collingr
- Collings
- Cooling
- Couling
- Cowlings
- Cowlling
- Kolling
- Coalin
- Colington
- Colingwood
- Collin
- Collines
- Collingdon
- Collingham
- Collinghan
- Collingson
- Collington
- Collinns
- Collins
- Colllins
- Coulling
- Cowlyn
- Clingo
- Colding
- Collingwood
- Gowling
- Keeling
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.