Drown
TopographicMeaning
Possibly derived from a place name or a descriptive term related to drowning or water.
Etymology
The etymology is uncertain; it may derive from an Old English place name or be a nickname based on an incident or characteristic. Some sources suggest it could be related to 'drown' as a descriptive surname.
About the Drown Surname
An English surname of uncertain origin, possibly topographic or descriptive in nature. The name appears in colonial American records, suggesting early English settlement.
Distribution
Found in England and English-speaking countries, particularly in New England.
Notable Bearers
Unknown