What does the surname Hollowell mean?

The surname Hollowell means "Dweller at a hollow near a well or spring.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Hollowell surname?

There are approximately 3,400 people with the surname Hollowell in the United States.

Are there Hollowell soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 194 soldiers with the Hollowell surname appear in Civil War records.

Hollowell

Topographic

Meaning

Dweller at a hollow near a well or spring.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'hol' (hollow) combined with 'well' (spring or water source). The surname indicates residence at a geographical location characterized by both a depression and a water source.

About the Hollowell Surname

A topographic surname combining two landscape features common in English place-naming traditions. The name suggests residence near both a hollow depression and a water source.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,400 bearers in the United States #2,215 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and later in North American colonial settlements.

Hollowell Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hollowell Surname

Henry Hollowell

Sergeant

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 16th century English records
Estimated Bearers: 3,400

War Records

194 soldiers with the Hollowell surname found in Civil War records.

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