ROSCOE
Roscoe
Background and Origin
The surname Roscoe can be derived from the Old Norse personal name "Hrothkarr", composed of the elements hroth, meaning "fame", and karr, meaning "warrior". This name later evolved into the English surname Roscoe. The name is particularly associated with the historic county of Lancashire in North West England.
Notable Individuals
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William Roscoe (1753–1831): A prominent English historian and philanthropist, William Roscoe was known for his work as a writer and advocate for the abolition of the slave trade.
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Stanley Roscoe (1916–1986): An English footballer who played as a winger for Manchester United and England during the mid-20th century.
Legacy
The surname Roscoe maintains a significant presence in British history and literature. Family names such as Roscoe continue to be passed down through generations, reflecting the heritage and genealogy of the various British families bearing this surname.
There are approximately 3,139 people named Roscoe in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,877th most common surname in Britain. Around 48 in a million people in Britain are named Roscoe.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- William
Female
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Joanne
- Julie
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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