BRISLAND
Brisland
Brisland is a surname of English origin. It is believed to have its roots in the region of Cornwall, a county in South West England. The name is thought to be derived from the Old English pre-7th Century personal name 'Bris', meaning 'wood', and the Old English 'land', which means 'land'. As such, it is likely that the name was originally given to someone who lived by a wooded area.
The surname Brisland is relatively rare and is primarily found in the United Kingdom. Individuals carrying this surname are likely to have ancestral ties to the Cornwall region, where the name has historical significance.
Like many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Brisland may have evolved over time, resulting in variant forms of the name. Genealogical records indicate that the name has been recorded with different spellings, including Briland and Brazeland, among others.
Today, individuals with the surname Brisland can be found across various parts of the United Kingdom and may have dispersed to other countries through migration and emigration. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the heritage and lineage of those who bear the name.
There are approximately 221 people named Brisland in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Brisland.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Shane
Female
- Alice
- Charlotte
- Hannah
- Hayley
- Helen
- Kathryn
- Leanne
- Lisa
- Lj
- Lorna
- Mary
- Rachel
Similar and related surnames
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