CANTRELL

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Cantrell

Cantrell is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old French personal name "Chandrel", meaning "charcoal burner". It is a locational surname that may have been given to those who resided near a charcoal burn or stack.

History

The earliest recorded instance of the surname Cantrell dates back to the 13th century in Yorkshire, England. Over time, the name spread to various regions across the United Kingdom, particularly in Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Derbyshire.

Notable Individuals

Anthea Cantrell: British author known for her works on historical fiction.
Simon Cantrell: Renowned British architect famous for his innovative designs.

Variants

Variants of the Cantrell surname include Cantrelle, Cantrel, Cantrell, and Cantrell.

References

Hanks, Patrick. Dictionary of American Family Names: 3-Volume Set. Oxford University Press, 2003.
Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press, 1997.

There are approximately 886 people named Cantrell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,121st most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Cantrell.

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
Jonathan
Michael
Nigel
Paul
Philip
Robert
Simon
Stephen

Female

Catherine
Christine
Elizabeth
Helen
Jennifer
Judith
Linda
Lisa
Margaret
Mary
Noelle
Susan
Valerie

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