Bullerwell

Bullerwell is an English surname with its origins dating back to the medieval period. The surname is of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "bull," meaning bull, and "well(a)," meaning a spring or water source. It is believed to refer to someone who lived near a well or spring frequented by bulls.

The Bullerwell family is known to have been prominent in various regions of England, particularly in the West Country. The surname has historical connections to Devon and Cornwall, with some records suggesting that the Bullerwell family may have been landowners or farmers in these areas.

Over time, the surname Bullerwell has seen different variations in spelling, including Bullerwall, Bulerwell, and Bollorwell. Like many English surnames, Bullerwell may have undergone changes in spelling and pronunciation as families moved and settled in different regions.

Today, the surname Bullerwell is relatively rare, and individuals bearing this surname can be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries. Research into the Bullerwell family history and genealogy can provide valuable insights into the social and historical contexts in which this surname emerged and evolved.

There are approximately 174 people named Bullerwell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Bullerwell.

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

  • Christopher
  • David
  • George
  • Guy
  • Ian
  • Mark
  • Martyn
  • Michael
  • Ross
  • Thomas

Female

  • Ann
  • Christine
  • Claire
  • Dorothy
  • Helen
  • Joanne
  • Laurosa
  • Linda
  • Lynne
  • Rachel
  • Ruth
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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