SCARROW
Scarrow
The surname Scarrow originated from England and is of Anglo-Saxon descent. It is classified as a locational surname, denoting someone who hailed from a place called Scar(e) or Scarbeck.
The name Scarrow is derived from the Old Norse word "skar", meaning a gap in a mountain range or a hollow in the land. It is likely that the original bearers of this surname were linked to a geographic feature named Scar or Scarbeck.
Variants of the surname Scarrow include Scarow, Scaroe, and Scarowes. The early records of the name date back to the late 16th century in Yorkshire, where the Scarrow family were prominent landowners.
Over the centuries, bearers of the surname Scarrow have spread across the United Kingdom and beyond. The name has various spellings due to dialect and literacy variations, but its origins remain linked to the original locational meaning.
Today, individuals with the surname Scarrow can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British society. The name continues to be a reminder of England's rich linguistic and historical heritage.
There are approximately 117 people named Scarrow in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Scarrow.
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
- John
- Michael
- Neil
- Trevor
- Vin
Female
- Carolyn
- Janet
- Julie
- Patricia
Similar and related surnames
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