Daws (name)

Daws is a surname of English origin. It is considered a patronymic surname, derived from the medieval given name "Daw," a diminutive of David. David is a popular name of Hebrew origin meaning "beloved."

The surname Daws appears in records as early as the 13th century. Variations of the name include Dawes and Daw.

People with the surname Daws may trace their ancestry back to individuals named David and their descendants, who were subsequently known by the patronymic Daws. The distribution of the surname is primarily found in England, although it is also present in other English-speaking countries due to migration and diaspora. The name might also be found in other countries, though likely through more recent immigration.

The surname does not appear to be associated with any specific noble houses or peerage titles.