Sowerbys

Sowerbys is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words "sowere" and "by," which together mean "sower's byre" or "sower's stable." The name has been used as both a given name and a surname throughout history. One of the most notable figures bearing the surname is Sir Hans Sloane, a prominent Irish physician and naturalist who founded the British Museum. Another notable Sowerbys is Sir Joseph Sowerby, a British botanist and mineralogist who was a founding member of the Linnean Society. The Sowerbys are also associated with the Sowerby family of brewers, which has a long history in the brewing industry, particularly in the Yorkshire region of England. The surname has been used in various forms, including Sowerby, Sowerbys, and Sowerbie, reflecting its evolution over time. The name has been found in various countries, including England, Ireland, and the United States, reflecting the historical migration patterns of the people who bore the surname.