POW
Encyclopedia Entry: Pow
Pow is a British surname that has an intriguing history and is found in various regions of the United Kingdom. The surname Pow is of Welsh origin, derived from the Welsh personal name Ap-how or ap Hywel. The prefix “ap” means “son of”, making “son of Howel” the meaning of the surname Pow.
The Pow surname is predominantly found in Wales, reflecting its Welsh heritage. It is also present in other parts of the UK, indicating migration patterns of Welsh families over the centuries.
Members of the Pow family have contributed to various fields, including academia, literature, politics, and the arts. This surname has endured through generations, symbolising the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the British Isles.
The Pow surname serves as a link to the ancient Welsh roots of the British populace and exemplifies the diverse heritage that makes up the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 1,178 people named Pow in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,503rd most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Pow.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- Desmond
- James
- John
- Richard
- Robert
- Stuart
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Carol
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Ja
- Jane
- Jean
- Karen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Susan
- Valerie