BRUMWELL
Brumwell
Origin and Meaning
Brumwell is a surname of Old English origin, derived from the pre-7th-century word "brom", meaning "broom", a type of shrub or plant, and "well", indicating a spring or stream. The combination likely refers to a person living near a broom-covered spring or stream. The surname has variant spellings including Bromwell, Bromwill, and Bromwel, among others.
Distribution
The Brumwell surname is most commonly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, where it has historical roots and strong family connections.
Notable Individuals
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Rupert Brumwell (1897–1978): A British artist known for his landscape paintings capturing the natural beauty of the Yorkshire countryside.
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Eleanor Brumwell (born 1982): An accomplished British architect renowned for her innovative designs in sustainable urban development projects.
Genealogy and Coat of Arms
The Brumwell family has an illustrious history dating back several centuries. The Coat of Arms associated with the surname typically features symbols such as a broom plant and a flowing stream, representing the name's etymological origins.
Contemporary Popularity
Although the Brumwell surname may not be as common as some other English surnames, it continues to be passed down through generations in various parts of the United Kingdom and around the world, as descendants carry on the family name and its heritage.
There are approximately 473 people named Brumwell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Brumwell.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Peter
- Steven
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Angela
- Fiona
- Gillian
- Helen
- Joanne
- Linda
- Lisa
- Louise
- Marion
- Samantha
- Sandra
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.