ROWLETT
Rowlett
Rowlett is a surname of English origin that is believed to have originated as a habitational name from any of the various places named Rolle or Rowle in England. These place names may have derived from the Old English word "raw" meaning 'rough land' or "rawl" meaning 'hill spur'.
The earliest record of the Rowlett surname dates back to the late 13th century in Norfolk, England. Over time, the surname has spread to various parts of the country and beyond, with descendants of Rowlett families found in the United States, Canada, Australia, and other countries.
The Rowlett name has various spelling variations, including Rowlette, Roulett, Roulatt, and Rollet. Individuals bearing the Rowlett surname may have familial ties to one of the historic English villages or parishes in which the name was originally established.
Famous individuals with the surname Rowlett have made contributions in fields such as academia, arts, sports, and politics. The surname continues to be borne by families around the world, keeping alive the legacy of its English origins.
There are approximately 534 people named Rowlett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Rowlett.
Surname type: Diminutive
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- Jason
- John
- Lee
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Barbara
- Betty
- Eileen
- Emma
- Glenys
- Jane
- Janet
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Samantha
- Stephanie
- Susan