BRAMMELD
Brammeld
Brammeld is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name “Bram” meaning "wild blackberry", combined with “weald” which signifies "woodland". Therefore, the name may have originally denoted a person who resided near a blackberry patch or wooded area.
The earliest recordings of the Brammeld surname date back to the 16th century in the county of Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various regions across the United Kingdom and beyond.
Individuals bearing the surname Brammeld have been noted in diverse fields including academics, arts, and business. The name reflects a heritage tied to rural landscapes and natural features, underscoring a connection to the British countryside.
In contemporary times, the Brammeld surname continues to be borne by families who take pride in their genealogical heritage and ancestral roots. Variants of the name may exist due to historical linguistic transformations.
The Brammeld surname represents a longstanding aspect of British onomastic history, embodying the fusion of nature and human settlement within the tapestry of British cultural identity.
There are approximately 122 people named Brammeld in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Brammeld.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Colin
- Harry
- James
- John
- Martin
- Paul
- Philip
- Robert
- Roy
- Scott
- Shaun
- Thomas
Female
- Angela
- Caroline
- Deanne
- Esther
- Gillian
- Grace
- Julie
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Sharon