Rowley

Rowley is a name that can refer to several related uses, including a place name, a surname, and a fictional character. In geography, Rowley commonly denotes Rowley, Massachusetts, a town in Essex County, United States. It is part of the New England region and reflects early colonial-era naming. The name appears in other English-speaking settings as well, indicating its broader use as a place name.

Rowley is also an English surname of habitational origin. It derives from places named Rowley in England, notably Rowley Regis in the West Midlands, and was adopted by families living in or owning land near such sites. Over the centuries the surname has spread to other countries through migration and commerce.

In fiction and popular culture, Rowley Jefferson is a fictional character in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney. The character appears throughout the books and related media, contributing to the name’s presence in contemporary storytelling.

Overall, Rowley functions as both a geographic identifier and a family name, with additional recognition from its use in literature and media.