Crowther

The surname Crowther is of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English words "crowe," meaning crow, and "thorn," referring to a thorn bush. It can be classified as a topographic or habitational surname, indicating someone who lived near a thorn bush or crow-infested area.

The Crowther surname has historical roots in various regions of England, with concentrations in Yorkshire, Lancashire, and other northern counties. The name has evolved over the centuries, with variations such as Crowder and Crother also being recorded in historical documents.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Crowther include George Crowther (1810-1890), a British landscape painter, and Philip Crowther, a prominent British journalist and correspondent.

The Crowther surname continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and the wider world, reflecting a rich history and heritage intertwined with the tapestry of British society.

There are approximately 10,572 people named Crowther in the UK. That makes it the 873rd most common surname in Britain. Around 162 in a million people in Britain are named Crowther.

Surname type: Occupational name

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
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Carol
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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