Pillow

Meaning

A surname derived from the common noun for a cushioned object used for resting the head.

Etymology

The word 'pillow' comes from Old English 'pyle' and Latin 'pulvinus', meaning a cushion or bolster. The surname likely originated as a metonymic occupational name for someone who made or sold pillows, or possibly as a topographic name.

About the Pillow Surname

Pillow is a relatively uncommon English surname with occupational origins. It may also derive from a place name or personal characteristic in some cases.

Distribution

Primarily found in English-speaking countries, with concentrations in the United States and United Kingdom.

Notable Bearers

Charles Pillows (American politician), Willa Cather (distant connection through family records)

People with the Pillow Surname