BUTTERILL
Butterill
Butterill is a rare English surname of Anglo-Saxon origins. The name is derived from the Old English word "butere", meaning butter, and the suffix "hill" which signifies a place-name element, indicating a location where butter was produced or traded.
The presence of the Butterill surname can be traced back to the medieval period in England. It is believed that the surname may have originated in regions where dairy farming and butter production were prevalent.
Individuals bearing the surname Butterill can be found across various regions in England, though the name remains relatively uncommon. In modern times, descendants of the Butterill family have spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
The Coat of Arms associated with the Butterill surname features typical heraldic elements, symbolising traits such as strength, prosperity, and heritage.
Today, the Butterill surname is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the historical agricultural practices and local commerce of the past.
There are approximately 148 people named Butterill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Butterill.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- David
- John
- Mark
- Martyn
- Michael
- Philip
- Roger
- Timothy
- William
Female
- Anne
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Hannah
- Katherine
- Lily
- Lisa
- Maria
- Patricia
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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