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Goldsboroughs in the USA19614th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Goldsborough
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John Goldsborough was a British politician who served as the Member of Parliament for South Durham from 1868 to 1881.EmmaGoldsborough
Emma Goldsborough was an English cricketer who represented England Women's cricket team in the 1930s.ClaireGoldsborough
Claire Goldsborough is a contemporary artist known for her abstract paintings that explore themes of nature and spirituality.HenryGoldsborough
Henry Goldsborough was an American naval officer who served during the War of 1812 and later became a Congressman from Maryland.SamuelGoldsborough
Samuel Goldsborough was a United States Navy officer who served as the commander of the Pacific Squadron during the Civil War.SarahGoldsborough
Sarah Goldsborough is a British television presenter and journalist known for her work on BBC and ITV.WilliamGoldsborough
William Goldsborough was an American civil engineer and inventor, known for his contributions to the development of hydraulic engineering.RobertGoldsborough
Robert Goldsborough is an American author best known for continuing the Nero Wolfe detective series created by Rex Stout.MaggieGoldsborough
Maggie Goldsborough is a British scientist who specializes in marine biology and conservation.CharlesGoldsborough
Charles Goldsborough was an American politician who served as the Governor of Maryland from 1819 to 1822.Goldsborough Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Goldsborough' is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It originated from the village of Goldsborough in North Yorkshire, England. The village name comes from the Old English words 'gold' meaning 'gold' and 'burh' meaning 'fortified place' or 'stronghold'.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Goldsborough' is primarily found in the United States, particularly in the state of Maryland where it is most concentrated. There are also smaller populations of Goldsboroughs in other states such as Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Goldsborough' include 'Goldsboro', 'Goldsboro', and 'Goldsberg'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Goldsborough' has its roots in England, but there is evidence of individuals with the name immigrating to the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries. Many Goldsboroughs in America are descendants of these early immigrants.