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Ross

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English, Scottish
Pronounced Pron. RAWS(English)
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Meaning & History

From various place names (such as the region of Ross in northern Scotland), which are derived from Scottish Gaelic ros meaning "promontory, headland".

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Given Name DescendantsRoss(English) Ross(Scottish)

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Entry updated June 13, 2019

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