ACKRILL
Ackrill
Origin: Ackrill is an English surname originating from the Old English elements "æcer" (meaning field or acre) and "hyll" (meaning hill). The surname likely originally referred to someone who lived near or on a field hill.
History: The surname Ackrill has been recorded in Yorkshire, England since at least the 16th century. One of the early notable bearers of the name was Richard Ackrill who was baptized in the parish of Fewston, Yorkshire in 1588. The Ackrill family has historical ties to the Yorkshire region, particularly in the areas surrounding Harrogate and Ripon. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of England and beyond, carried by descendants of the original Yorkshire bearers.
Variants: Variants of the surname Ackrill include Ackerell, Ackrell, and Akrell among others. These variations reflect the diverse spellings that emerged over time as the name was recorded in various documents by different clerks and scribes.
Notable Bearers:
- Edward Ackrill (1827-1874): A British politician who served as Mayor of Ripon in the 19th century.
- Diana Ackrill (b. 1960): A renowned British artist known for her landscape paintings inspired by the Yorkshire countryside.
- John Ackrill (1921-2007): An esteemed British philosopher and professor who made significant contributions to the field of Ancient Greek philosophy.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 441 people named Ackrill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Ackrill.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Barry
- Christopher
- Dave
- David
- James
- John
- Justin
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Amanda
- Betty
- Carol
- Fiona
- Heather
- Helen
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan