Burrell

The surname Burrell is of English and Scottish origin, derived from the Old French word "burel" or "burel", meaning coarse woolen cloth. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone who made or worked with this type of material.

Origins

The Burrell surname has deep roots in both England and Scotland. It is believed to have originated independently in these two countries during the medieval period. The name is recorded in various forms such as Burel, Burrel, and Burrell in historical documents.

Distribution

The surname Burrell is most commonly found in areas of northeastern England and southeastern Scotland, where it has been present for centuries. Over time, branches of the Burrell family have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable People

  • Elizabeth Burrell (1752–1805): British artist known for her landscape paintings.
  • William Burrell (1861–1958): Scottish shipping magnate and art collector, whose collection is now housed in the Burrell Collection in Glasgow.

Legacy

The Burrell surname has left a lasting impact in various fields, including art, commerce, and academia. The descendants of the Burrell family continue to carry on the name and its associated traditions to this day.

There are approximately 7,239 people named Burrell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,296th most common surname in Britain. Around 111 in a million people in Britain are named Burrell.

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

  • Andrew
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Amanda
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Jacqueline
  • Jane
  • Jennifer
  • Julie
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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