Stowe

Stowe is a surname of English origin, commonly found in the United Kingdom. The name Stowe is of locational derivation, originating from various places named Stowe in different English counties, such as Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, and Staffordshire.

The etymology of the surname "Stowe" traces back to the Old English word "stōw," meaning a place, specifically referring to a holy place or a meeting location. Over time, individuals residing near or originally from these places adopted the surname Stowe to signify their connection to those areas.

Families bearing the surname Stowe have been recorded in historical documents, including parish records, census data, and heraldic archives. Notable individuals with the surname Stowe have made contributions to various fields, such as literature, art, academia, and public service.

The surname Stowe continues to be prevalent in the United Kingdom and among the British diaspora worldwide, reflecting a longstanding heritage and a sense of ancestral pride associated with the diverse locations bearing the name Stowe.

There are approximately 1,753 people named Stowe in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,689th most common surname in Britain. Around 27 in a million people in Britain are named Stowe.

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
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Thomas

Female

  • Amanda
  • Anna
  • Carol
  • Caroline
  • Deborah
  • Elizabeth
  • Jane
  • Jean
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Victoria

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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