OXBORROW
Oxborrow
Oxborrow is a British surname with origins stemming from the Old English words "oxa" meaning ox and "burh" or "burg" meaning a fortified place or settlement. The name was likely originally used to denote someone who resided near an ox farm or a place where oxen were kept.
The surname Oxborrow has been primarily concentrated in East Anglia, particularly in the county of Norfolk. It is believed to have been derived from a place name, possibly a lost or minor settlement, where an ancestral bearer of the surname was associated with oxen. As was common practice in early English nomenclature, surnames were often derived from personal attributes, occupations, locations, or relationships.
Variants of the surname Oxborrow may include Osborow, Oxberrow, and Osberrow, among others. The name has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, with individuals bearing the surname continuing to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom.
Notable individuals with the surname Oxborrow include those who have made contributions to various fields such as academia, business, or the arts. While the name may not be as widespread as some other British surnames, its unique origins and regional connections contribute to its significance within the tapestry of British family names.
There are approximately 461 people named Oxborrow in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Oxborrow.
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
- Hugh
- Ian
- James
- Kevin
- Malcolm
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Neil
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Christine
- Clare
- Daisy
- Dena
- Elaine
- Gillian
- Kelly
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Pamela
- Pauline
- Susan