People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Richard Borwman

Biography
This surname means 'bower woman'. The OE word bur refers to a dwelling or chamber; 'a servant at the bower'. Why the feminine is used in this case, whether as a metronymic or a nickname, is unclear.

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Date Short Summary Role Witnesses Source
1283 * Gift (agreement) of burgage of Gilbert de Camera in exchange of burgage of Alexander son of Richard Neighbouring landholder 4/26/16 (Pais. Reg., 384-5)


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Date Short Summary Role Source
1283 Burgage of Richard Borwman Holder (possession) 4/26/16 (Pais. Reg., 384-5)