CROWSTON
Crowston
Crowston is a surname of English origin that is mainly found in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Old English words "crawe," meaning "crow," and "tun," meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." Therefore, the surname Crowston likely originated as a locational name for someone who lived near a crow-infested settlement or an area associated with crows.
The first recorded instance of the surname Crowston dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Staffordshire, England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread across different parts of the UK, with concentrations in regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Lincolnshire.
Individuals with the surname Crowston have been associated with various professions and industries, including agriculture, trade, and the military. The name has also been linked to notable figures in local communities and historical records.
Today, Crowston remains a relatively uncommon surname in the UK, with a small but resilient presence in the country's diverse population. The name carries a sense of heritage and connection to England's rural landscapes, reflecting the historical significance of local place names and occupations in shaping British surnames.
There are approximately 211 people named Crowston in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Crowston.
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
- Gary
- Kenneth
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Stephen
- Thomas
- Timothy
Female
- Barbara
- Carol
- Claire
- Elaine
- Joanne
- Karen
- Katherine
- Linda
- Natalie
- Paula
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracy
Similar and related surnames
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