AKRILL
Akrill
Akrill is a British surname of old Norse origin. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Áki" which means "ancestor" or "forebear", and the Old Norse element "rík", meaning "king" or "chief". The surname Akrill is predominantly found in the northern regions of England, particularly Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Historically, the Akrill family has been associated with agricultural pursuits, particularly in the rural areas of Yorkshire. Members of the Akrill family have been documented as landowners, farmers, and craftsmen.
Over the centuries, the Akrill surname has evolved in various forms including Acrill, Ackerell, and Akrel. The name continues to be present in contemporary British society.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Akrill include figures from the fields of agriculture, literature, and local governance. The Akrill family name holds a place in British history as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the Norse influence on the English language and culture.
There are approximately 244 people named Akrill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Akrill.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Geoff
- Graham
- James
- John
- Lee
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Amanda
- Barbara
- Dawn
- Josephine
- Lucy
- Pauline
- Rosemary
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria