About Kow
The surname Kow is of Chinese origin and is derived from the Cantonese word "Kau" or "Gou," which means "dog." It is a relatively common surname among Chinese communities, and it is believed to have originated from a variety of sources, including the association with the dog as a symbol of loyalty and protection. The surname Kow may also have been adopted by individuals who worked with or had a connection to dogs, such as dog breeders or hunters.
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The surname Kow is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kow 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 Kow is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Kow in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kow using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.