Dowman

Dowman is an English surname of occupational origin, derived from the Middle English word "dow(e)" meaning "dove" and the suffix "-man" indicating a person associated with or working in a specific role or profession. The surname likely originally referred to someone who bred or kept doves, or who had some association with these birds.

Distribution and Variants

The surname Dowman is predominantly found in England, with concentrations in areas such as Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. Variants of the surname include Doweman and Douman.

Historical Significance

The earliest known record of the surname Dowman dates back to the 13th century in the county of Yorkshire. Over the centuries, bearers of the Dowman surname have been recorded in various official documents, including parish records, census data, and land records.

Notable Individuals

Notable individuals with the surname Dowman include:

  • Edward Dowman (1800-1879): An English artist known for his landscapes and animal paintings.
  • Jack Dowman (1925-2009): A British politician who served as a Member of Parliament for a constituency in southern England.

Modern Distribution

In contemporary times, individuals with the surname Dowman can still be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies with historical ties to England.

References

For further research on the Dowman surname and its historical significance, one can explore genealogical records, local archives, and academic studies on British surnames and their origins.

There are approximately 563 people named Dowman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Dowman.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alexander
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Emma
  • Janet
  • Joanne
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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