ROWCROFT
Rowcroft
Rowcroft is an English surname of locational origin. It is derived from the Old English words "rawe" meaning row, and "croft" meaning a small enclosed field or paddock. The name likely referred to someone who lived near a row of small fields or paddocks.
The surname Rowcroft is mainly found in the southern region of England, particularly in Devon and Somerset. The earliest recorded instances of the name date back to the medieval period, suggesting that it has a long history in the region.
Individuals bearing the surname Rowcroft have been noted for their contributions to various fields, including academia, politics, and the arts. The name has also been passed down through generations, symbolising familial connections and heritage.
Today, the surname Rowcroft continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world as a proud emblem of their English ancestry and heritage.
Typical given names associated with the Rowcroft surname
Male
- Alan
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Patric
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Joan
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Sandra
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 212 people named Rowcroft in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Rowcroft.
Famous people named Rowcroft
- Eric Bertram Rowcroft - Army general (1891 to 1963)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.