OWLER
Owler
The surname Owler is of English origin and has ancient roots in the region. It is classified as a habitational or topographical surname, indicating that the original bearers either lived near an owl's nest or in a place known for its abundance of owls. The name Owler is believed to have derived from the Middle English word 'oweler', which itself is derived from the Old English word 'ule', meaning 'owl'.
The Owler surname has been recorded in various documents and registers throughout British history, with variations in spelling such as Owel, Owler, Owles, and Owlerd. It is possible that different branches of the Owler family have adopted these variations over time.
Notable individuals bearing the Owler surname have been found in various regions of the United Kingdom, with instances of Owler families residing in counties such as Yorkshire, Kent, and Sussex.
The Owler surname remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, carrying with it a history that ties generations of individuals to their ancestral lands and occupations.
There are approximately 56 people named Owler in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Owler.
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