BEARDSELL
Beardsell
Beardsell is a surname of English origin, believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Beard", meaning spear. The addition of "sell" indicates a familial or occupational association.
History and Origins
The Beardsell surname can be traced back to medieval England, particularly in the county of Yorkshire. It is believed that families bearing the name were primarily found in this region, where they likely had connections to local communities and were involved in farming or other rural occupations.
Notable Individuals
1. John Beardsell
- A prominent figure in 19th-century Yorkshire, known for his contributions to local agriculture and community development.
2. Alice Beardsell
- Noted for her philanthropic work in London during the early 20th century, particularly in support of women's rights and social welfare.
Modern Distribution
While the Beardsell surname may have been more prevalent in historical Yorkshire, it has since spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. Today, individuals with the surname can be found across the country and in other regions where English communities have settled.
Variants
Variants of the Beardsell surname may include Beardshall, Beardsall, or Beardsill, reflecting historical variations in spelling and pronunciation.
The Beardsell surname carries a rich history and legacy, embodying the traditions and heritage of English ancestry.
There are approximately 348 people named Beardsell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Beardsell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Anita
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Karen
- Laura
- Linda
- Margaret
- Maxine
- Michelle
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Bardell
- Bardsall
- Bardsell
- Bardswell
- Bardzil
- Bartyzel
- Beardell
- Beardsal
- Beardsall
- Beardshall
- Beardsley
- Beardsly
- Beardswell
- Berdell
- Berdsall
- Bertzel
- Birdsal
- Birdsale
- Birdsall
- Birdsell
- Birdseye
- Birdsill
- Bordsall
- Bradsell
- Breadsell
- Bridsall
- Brotzel
- Buerdsell
- Burdsall
- Burtsal
- Burtsall
- Burtsell
- Beardshaw
- Beardwell
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.