CRITCHLOW
Critchlow
Critchlow is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Crictlowe". The surname is primarily found in the West Midlands region of England, with pockets of population in other areas of the country.
Historically, the Critchlow family has been associated with various occupations, including agriculture, blacksmithing, and carpentry. The name may have also been used as a nickname for someone who was known for being wise or cunning.
Notable individuals with the surname Critchlow include:
- William Critchlow Harris (1854-1913), a British artist known for his landscape paintings.
- John Critchlow (b. 1968), a former professional football player who played for a number of British clubs.
The Critchlow surname has a rich history in British genealogy and continues to be passed down through generations. Variants of the name include Critchley and Crichlow.
References:
- Reaney, P.H., Wilson, R.M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 1,892 people named Critchlow in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,408th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Critchlow.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Deborah
- Julie
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Sonia
- Susan
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