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.
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.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Patric
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Joan
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Sandra
- Sarah