About Bown
The surname Bown is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "boga," meaning "bow." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who made or used bows, or possibly a nickname for someone who was skilled in archery. The name may also have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a bend or curve in a river or road. Overall, the surname Bown is associated with the bow-making trade or archery skills.
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The surname Bown is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bown based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Bown is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Bown in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Bown using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.