About Ramshaw
The surname Ramshaw is of English origin and is derived from a combination of the Old English words "ram" meaning "ram" or "male sheep" and "sceaga" meaning "wood" or "copse." Therefore, the name Ramshaw is believed to have originated as a locational surname referring to someone who lived near or in a wooded area where rams were kept. Over time, the name has evolved and is now primarily found as a surname in the northern regions of England.
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The surname Ramshaw is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ramshaw 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 Ramshaw in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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