MOWFORTH
Mowforth
Mowforth is an English surname with origins that can be traced back to the Yorkshire region of Northern England. The name is of occupational origin, deriving from the Old English word "mawan" meaning 'to mow', and "forth" which refers to a small enclosed piece of land. Therefore, Mowforth likely indicated an individual who worked as a mower of grass or hay in a small, enclosed field.
The surname Mowforth is relatively rare, and those who bear it can often find their ancestors rooted in the historic county of Yorkshire, where agricultural practices were prevalent. Over time, descendants of Mowforth families have spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and even beyond, with migration patterns leading to the surname being present in other English-speaking countries.
Like many surnames with occupational roots, the significance of the name Mowforth may have changed over the centuries as professions evolved and communities shifted. Today, individuals with the surname Mowforth can be found in diverse fields and professions, reflecting the changing nature of society and the enduring legacy of their ancestral name.
There are approximately 290 people named Mowforth in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Mowforth.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Dennis
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Neil
- Nigel
- Peter
- Richard
- Roy
- Winston
Female
- Charlotte
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Jacqueline
- Joanne
- Lisa
- Maureen
- Melanie
- Rebecca
- Susan
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