Sowter

Sowter is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "sutor," meaning shoemaker or cobbler. It is classified as an occupational surname, given to individuals whose trade involved the making or repairing of shoes.

The presence of the Sowter surname in England dates back to medieval times, as professions were often used as a basis for surnames. Those who carried the name would have been likely to have been involved in the shoe-making trade, a craft that was vital to the local community.

Variants of the surname Sowter can be found, including Souter, Sowther, and Sowtre, reflecting different spellings or regional dialects.

Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Sowter have dispersed across England and beyond, contributing to diverse communities and leaving their mark on various aspects of society.

Today, the surname Sowter remains a distinctive part of Britain's historical and cultural tapestry, representing a lineage connected to the skilled trade of shoemaking and a heritage deeply rooted in the country's past.

There are approximately 1,056 people named Sowter in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,074th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Sowter.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • George
  • James
  • John
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Tim

Female

  • Amanda
  • Angela
  • Christine
  • Clare
  • Elizabeth
  • Gemma
  • Jane
  • Joyce
  • Rachel
  • Rebecca

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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