About Fowley
The surname Fowley is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "fugol" meaning "bird" and the suffix "-ley" meaning "clearing" or "meadow." Therefore, the surname Fowley is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a clearing or meadow frequented by birds. It could also have been an occupational name for a bird catcher or falconer.
The surname Fowley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Fowley based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Fowley in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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