Fowler
/FOW-ler/
Fowler is an English boy's name pronounced /FOW-ler/. A determined seeker who looks upward, capturing the spirit of chasing after the heavenly things one loves.
Meaning of Fowler
A determined seeker who looks upward, capturing the spirit of chasing after the heavenly things one loves.
The name Fowler is an English occupational surname derived from the Old English word 'fugelere', meaning a bird-catcher or hunter of wildfowl. Historically, it identified individuals whose profession was to trap or hunt birds for food or sport, a vital role in medieval European subsistence and falconry.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- /FOW-ler/
Cultural background
While primarily recognized as a surname in the United Kingdom and United States, Fowler is occasionally used as a distinctive given name, reflecting the modern trend of utilizing occupational surnames for boys.
Variations & nicknames
- Fowlar
- Fouler
- Foulere
Famous people named Fowler
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Fowler McCormick
Businessman and philanthropist who served as Chairman of International Harvester.
Business · 1898–1973
Fowler Hamilton
Administrator of the Agency for International Development under President Kennedy.
Politics · 1911–1984
Fowler Pinkham
American politician who served in the Maine House of Representatives.
Politics · 19th Century
Frequently asked about Fowler
- What does Fowler mean?
- Fowler is an English occupational name meaning 'bird-catcher' or 'one who hunts wildfowl'.
- How do you pronounce Fowler?
- It is pronounced FOWL-er, rhyming with 'growler'.
- Is Fowler a boy or girl name?
- Fowler is traditionally used as a masculine given name, though as a surname, it is gender-neutral.
- What is the origin of the name Fowler?
- The name has Anglo-Saxon roots, originating from the Old English 'fugelere'.
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