History:
English DARSLOW is an English surname. It is derived from the Old English word darslau, meaning 'dear wood', in reference to a place where dars, or dear trees, grew. The surname was first recorded in the early 13th century, and is now found throughout the UK. There are several variations of the surname, including Darslow, Darsley, Darsleye, Darsleye-Jones, and Darsley-Smith. The history of the Darslow surname is largely rooted in the British Isles. The earliest recorded instance of the surname was found in the county of Suffolk, England. The surname was first recorded in 1296, and the family's Coat of Arms featured a green shield with a silver cross in the middle. The Darslow family is believed to have originated in the town of Sudbury, Suffolk. Over the years, the Darslow family has spread throughout the UK, and is now found in counties such as Devon, Cheshire, and Lancashire. The Darslow surname is notable for its many notable members. Some of the more notable Darslow ancestors include the politician and writer Sir John Darslow, the artist and author Edward Darslow, and the chemist and inventor John Darslow. The Darslow surname is also associated with the Darley horse breed, which is named after the Darsley family.
