CAFFELL
Caffell
Caffell is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to medieval times. The name is occupational in nature and is derived from the Old French word "chafetier," meaning a maker of baskets or sieves. Over time, this evolved into the Middle English term "caffel," eventually leading to the surname Caffell.
The Caffell surname is primarily found in the East Anglia region of England, particularly in the counties of Suffolk and Norfolk. It is believed that families bearing this surname were once involved in the craft of basket weaving or sieving, which was a common trade in rural communities during the medieval period.
Notable individuals with the surname Caffell include Jeremy Caffell, a renowned basket weaver who revived traditional weaving techniques in the early 20th century. Additionally, Sarah Caffell was a prominent environmental activist in the 1970s, advocating for sustainable practices in basket making.
The Caffell surname has endured through generations, with many descendants still residing in the ancestral regions of East Anglia. It remains a symbol of craftsmanship and tradition within the local communities where the name originated.
There are approximately 137 people named Caffell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Caffell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Barrie
- David
- Dean
- Dylan
- Ian
- Jordan
- Lee
- Paul
- Ross
- Wayne
Female
- Anwen
- Gaye
- Helen
- Joan
- Lynne
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Nina
- Samantha
- Sg
- Shirley
- Susan
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