POWLES
Powles
Powles is a British surname with a long and distinguished history. The name is of medieval origin and is believed to be of Anglo-Saxon or Old French descent. The exact meaning and origin of the name is a subject of debate among historians and etymologists.
One possible origin of the surname Powles is from the Old French personal name "Paul", which derived from the Latin "Paulus" meaning "small" or "humble". Another possible origin is from the Old English personal name "Paul", which has the same Latin root.
The surname Powles first appears in historical records in the early medieval period in England. It has since spread to various parts of the UK and beyond, particularly to countries with historical ties to Britain such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.
Individuals bearing the surname Powles have made significant contributions to various fields, including academia, politics, the arts, and sports. The name has been borne by notable individuals throughout history, cementing its place in the tapestry of British surnames.
Today, the surname Powles continues to be carried by families across the United Kingdom and the wider English-speaking world, with each individual contributing to the rich and diverse heritage of the name.
There are approximately 1,480 people named Powles in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,413th most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Powles.
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Richard
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Anne
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Judith
- Karen
- Lucy
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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