MATLOW
Matlow
Matlow is a British surname of possible Jewish origins. The name derives from the Old English personal name "Maethel" which means council or assembly and "hlaw", meaning a hill or mound. The surname Matlow is considered to be of locational origin from a place in Wiltshire called Matlow. Alternatively, it may also have derived from Matley, which is a place name in Northumberland.
The earliest recordings of the surname Matlow date back to the 17th century. One of the early recordings of the name is that of Ann Matlow who married Roger Fry in London in 1630. Variants of the surname Matlow include Matlowe, Matlaw, or Matlough.
Due to migration and urbanisation, the surname Matlow has spread beyond the British Isles to countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. Famous individuals bearing the surname Matlow include Andrew Matlow, an early settler in the American colonies.
In modern times, the surname Matlow continues to be found mainly in the United Kingdom, particularly in areas such as London and Wiltshire. The name is relatively uncommon, contributing to its distinctive nature and appeal among genealogists and those interested in British surnames.
There are approximately 19 people named Matlow in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Matlow.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Trevor
Female
- Erica
- Sandra