Manlow

Manlow is a British surname with ancient origins, deriving from the Old English words mann (man) and hlaw (hill), indicating a person who lived near or on a hill. The name is classified as topographical, reflecting the geographic features of the areas where the original bearers of the surname resided.

The history of the Manlow surname dates back to medieval times, and it is believed to have been regionally specific to certain parts of England. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Manlow have been documented in various records and documents, contributing to the rich tapestry of British history.

The surname Manlow is relatively rare, with its usage predominantly concentrated in specific regions or family lines. As with many surnames, variations in spelling can be found due to historical factors such as dialectal differences and variations in recording names in official documents.

Today, individuals with the surname Manlow can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, reflecting historical patterns of migration and settlement. The Manlow surname, like many British surnames, carries with it a legacy of heritage and ancestry, connecting individuals to their family history and cultural roots.

There are approximately 125 people named Manlow in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Manlow.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • Clifford
  • Craig
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mike
  • Paul
  • Stephen

Female

  • Caroline
  • Catherine
  • Deborah
  • Jacqueline
  • Joan
  • Kathryn
  • Pamela
  • Patricia
  • Serena
  • Tammy

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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