Rosevear (surname)

Rosevear is a surname of Cornish origin. It is a locational name derived from a place in Cornwall, likely one of several farms called Rosevear. The name is composed of the Cornish elements "ros" meaning "moor" or "heath," and "veor" (or "meur") meaning "great" or "large." Therefore, the surname Rosevear signifies someone who originated from a "great moor" or "large heath."

The surname is most commonly found in Cornwall and Devon in England, but has also spread to other parts of the world, particularly to countries with a history of British emigration, such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.

Variations in spelling may include Rosevere, Roseveare, and possibly others. Genealogical research is recommended to confirm any potential familial connection between differently spelled names.