About Rossborough
The surname Rossborough is of Scottish origin and is derived from the combination of two elements: "Ross" meaning "promontory" or "headland" in Gaelic, and "borough" meaning "fortress" or "stronghold" in Old English. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Rossborough can be interpreted as "fortress on the headland" or "stronghold by the promontory." It likely originated as a locational surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name resided near or were associated with a fortress or stronghold situated on a headland or promontory.
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The surname Rossborough is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Rossborough based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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