About Trowbridge
The surname Trowbridge is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "trow" meaning "trough" and "brycg" meaning "bridge." It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name hailed from a place called Trowbridge, which is a town in Wiltshire, England. The name likely originated from the presence of a bridge over a trough or stream in the area. Over time, individuals with the surname Trowbridge spread to different regions, and the name became hereditary.
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The surname Trowbridge is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Trowbridge 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 Trowbridge in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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