The Rosdale name has descended through the generations from the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. Their name comes from having lived in the village of Rosindale near Clitheroe in the county of Lancashire. The surname was originally derived from two elements, rosen meaning roses and dahl referring to a valley. In this case the original bearers of the surname lived in a valley full of roses.
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Early Origins of the Rosdale family
The surname Rosdale was first found in Lancashire where they held a family seat from early times and their first records appeared on the census rolls taken by the ancient Kings of Britain to determine the rate of taxation of their subjects.
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Early History of the Rosdale family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Rosdale research. Another 73 words (5 lines of text) covering the year 1250 is included under the topic Early Rosdale History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Rosdale Spelling Variations
Only recently has spelling become standardized in the English language. As the English language evolved in the Middle Ages, the spelling of names changed also. The name Rosdale has undergone many spelling variations, including Rosindale, Rosendale, Rosedale, Rosedell, Rosdell and many more.
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Early Notables of the Rosdale family
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Rosdale migration to Australia
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Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:
Rosdale migration to Australia 
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