Spowage

Spowage is a British surname with roots that can be traced back to the county of Derbyshire. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is believed to have been derived from a place name, possibly a lost or now unidentifiable location in Derbyshire or a nearby region.

One of the earliest known instances of the surname Spowage can be found in historical records dating back to the late 16th century in Derby, England. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Spowage have been documented in various parts of the United Kingdom, indicating that the surname has spread beyond its original Derbyshire origins.

The etymology of the surname Spowage remains somewhat ambiguous, with no definitive explanation for its meaning. It is likely that the surname originated as a locational surname, denoting the place of origin or residence of the initial bearers.

Today, individuals with the surname Spowage can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world as a result of migration and global dispersion. The surname continues to be relatively uncommon, adding to its distinctive nature and the interest it holds for individuals researching their genealogical backgrounds.

Further genealogical research and historical investigation may provide additional insights into the origins and meaning of the surname Spowage, shedding light on its place in the rich tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 420 people named Spowage in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Spowage.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Gavin
  • John
  • Jon
  • Julian
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Robert

Female

  • Alison
  • Angela
  • Charlotte
  • Edna
  • Kathleen
  • Lesley
  • Nicola
  • Stephanie
  • Susan
  • Zoe

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