Bowles

Bowles

Bowles is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old French word "bois," meaning "wood" or "forest." The name is often associated with individuals who lived near or worked in wooded areas. Over time, the name has been borne by various notable individuals and has been used in different contexts.

Notable People with the Surname Bowles

• Chester Bowles (1901–1986) - An American diplomat and politician who served as the United States Ambassador to India and Nepal.
• Paul Bowles (1910–1999) - An American expatriate composer, author, and translator, best known for his novel "The Sheltering Sky."
• Jane Bowles (1917–1973) - An American writer and playwright, known for her novel "Two Serious Ladies" and her marriage to Paul Bowles.
• Samuel Bowles (economist) (b. 1939) - An American economist known for his work on economic inequality and the intersection of economics and sociology.

Places Named Bowles

• Bowles, California - A small unincorporated community in Fresno County, California.
• Bowles Hall - A residential hall at the University of California, Berkeley, named after Regent Philip E. Bowles.

Related Surnames

• Bowls - A variant of the surname Bowles, often used interchangeably.
• Boles - Another variant of the surname, with similar origins and meanings.

See Also

• Bowles (disambiguation) - A page that lists articles associated with the title Bowles.
• List of people with surname Bowles - A comprehensive list of notable individuals bearing the surname Bowles.

Related Pages

• Chester Bowles
• Paul Bowles
• Jane Bowles
• Samuel Bowles (economist)
• Bowles, California
• Bowles Hall
• Bowles (disambiguation)
• List of people with surname Bowles