PLOWRIGHT
Plowright
Plowright is a surname of English origin, believed to be derived from the Old English words "plough" and "wyrhta," meaning a maker of ploughs. The name was likely occupational in nature, denoting someone who crafted or worked with ploughs.
The Plowright surname is most commonly found in the eastern counties of England, particularly in Lincolnshire and Norfolk. Variants of the name include Plowrighte and Plowrigh.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Plowright include English actress Dame Joan Plowright, known for her distinguished career in film, television, and theatre. She was married to renowned actor Sir Laurence Olivier.
The Plowright surname has a rich history dating back centuries in England, and those who bear it today can take pride in their connection to an occupation that played a crucial role in the agricultural history of the country.
There are approximately 789 people named Plowright in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,873rd most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Plowright.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- Dave
- David
- Gary
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Claire
- Deborah
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Georgina
- Janet
- Katherine
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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