Carew

Meaning

A person from Carew, a place in Pembrokeshire, Wales, or derived from Welsh elements.

Etymology

From the Welsh place name Carew in Pembrokeshire, which may derive from Welsh 'caer' (fort) and 'yw' (yew tree). The surname became established among Norman families who settled in Wales.

About the Carew Surname

A Welsh topographic surname derived from the castle and village of Carew in Pembrokeshire. The name is associated with Norman-Welsh families and has a long documented history.

Distribution

Primarily found in Wales and the Welsh Borders, with some presence in England.

Notable Bearers

Richard Carew (16th-century antiquary), Peter Carew (16th-century English adventurer)

People with the Carew Surname