FARROW
Farrow
Farrow is an English surname of occupational origin, deriving from the Middle English word "farwe" or "farrow," meaning a young pig. The surname likely originated as a metonymic occupational name for a swineherd or a pig farmer.
History
The earliest recorded instances of the Farrow surname date back to the medieval period in England. The name was found predominantly in agricultural areas where pig farming was a common occupation. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Farrow spread to various regions across the British Isles.
Notable Individuals
Mia Farrow - An American actress and humanitarian, known for her work in films such as "Rosemary's Baby" and her extensive activism on human rights issues.
Ronan Farrow - An American journalist, lawyer, and former government advisor, recognized for his investigative journalism and contributions to The New Yorker magazine on various socio-political subjects.
Distribution
The Farrow surname is distributed across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions traditionally associated with agriculture, such as rural areas in England and Wales. In modern times, individuals bearing the surname Farrow can be found in various professions and locations worldwide.
Variants
Variants of the Farrow surname include Farro, Farow, and Farroh. These variants may have arisen due to dialectical differences or transliterations over time.
References
- P.H. Reaney, R.M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames (Oxford University Press, 1991).
- "Farrow Surname Origin & Last Name Meaning." Ancestry.co.uk.
There are approximately 9,935 people named Farrow in the UK. That makes it the 933rd most common surname in Britain. Around 153 in a million people in Britain are named Farrow.
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
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Claire
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Linda
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
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