What does the surname Rowley mean?

The surname Rowley means "Dweller at a rough or overgrown clearing.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Rowley surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Rowley in the United States.

Are there Rowley soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 475 soldiers with the Rowley surname appear in Civil War records.

Rowley

Topographic

Meaning

Dweller at a rough or overgrown clearing.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'ruh' meaning rough and 'leah' meaning clearing or meadow, originally a topographic surname for someone living in such a location. The name may also derive from a place name in England.

About the Rowley Surname

An English topographic surname referring to a rough clearing or meadow. It remains moderately common in English-speaking regions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and English-speaking countries, with notable presence in North America.

Rowley Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Rowley Surname

Frank Rowley

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

475 soldiers with the Rowley surname found in Civil War records.

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