Arnall

Arnall is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The surname is locational, derived from the Old English 'ærn-healh', meaning "eagle wood" or "eagle corner", indicating that the original bearer of the name may have lived near a place notable for eagles or on a property named for eagles.

The Arnall surname is first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, indicating its early presence in England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread throughout the country, and variations such as Arnull and Arnell have also been recorded.

Notable individuals with the Arnall surname have made contributions in various fields, including arts, sciences, and politics. The surname continues to be found in England and other parts of the world where descendants of the original bearers have settled.

Researching the Arnall surname can provide insights into specific family histories and connections to the broader tapestry of British society.

There are approximately 267 people named Arnall in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Arnall.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Luke
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Raymond
  • Robert
  • Thomas

Female

  • Amanda
  • Andrea
  • Ann
  • Anne
  • Audrey
  • Christine
  • Janet
  • Jean
  • Joan
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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