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Rowe

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Rowe (name) means an English surname, originally denoting someone who lived by a hedgerow or row of houses. Example: “The Rowe family had lived in the town for generations.”

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An English surname, originally denoting someone who lived by a hedgerow or row of houses.
"The Rowe family had lived in the town for generations."
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Etymology

* As an English surname, from Middle English Rowe, from the noun row. Compare Rew and Rawe. * Also as an English surname, variant of Rolfe, Rough, Ralph, Rowson.

Origin: Middle English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Rowe” mean?

The word “Rowe” means an English surname, originally denoting someone who lived by a hedgerow or row of houses.

How do you pronounce “Rowe”?

“Rowe” is pronounced roh (/ɹoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Rowe” in a sentence?

Here is “Rowe” used in a sentence: “The Rowe family had lived in the town for generations.”

What part of speech is “Rowe”?

“Rowe” is a name.

Is “Rowe” a common word?

“Rowe” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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