BACHELL
Bachell
Origin and Meaning: Bachell is a surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English word "bæcel" which means 'bacon'. The surname likely originated as an occupational name for someone who worked with bacon, or as a nickname for someone with a fondness for or association with bacon.
Distribution: The surname Bachell is relatively uncommon in Britain, with most occurrences found in the southern regions of England.
Notable Individuals: As a less common surname, Bachell does not have many notable individuals associated with it in historical records.
Variants: Variants of the surname Bachell may include variations in spelling, such as Batchell or Batchel.
References:
- Reaney, P.H. and Wilson, R.M. A Dictionary of English Surnames. London: Routledge, 1991.
- Hanks, P. and Hodges, F. A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press, 1988.
Overall, the surname Bachell is a rare and distinctive English surname with roots in the historical occupations and culture of the country.
There are approximately 51 people named Bachell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Bachell.