CAPEWELL
Capewell
Capewell is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the medieval era. The surname is believed to be occupational in nature, derived from the Old English words "cape" and "well", indicating someone who lived or worked near a cape or a spring.
Origins
The Capewell surname is most commonly found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Staffordshire and Warwickshire. It is also present in other parts of the United Kingdom and has spread to other English-speaking countries such as the United States and Canada.
Variants
Variants of the Capewell surname include Capewel, Capwell, Capwel, as well as phonetic variations such as Capeville and Capevale.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals bearing the Capewell surname include:
- John Capewell (b. 1940) - Renowned British historian and author specialising in medieval English history.
- Margaret Capewell (1925-2008) - Influential figure in the field of botany, known for her work on native plant species conservation in the UK.
In Popular Culture
The Capewell surname has made appearances in various forms of popular culture, with fictional characters in literature and television adopting the name.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Routledge.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 2,222 people named Capewell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,858th most common surname in Britain. Around 34 in a million people in Britain are named Capewell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steve
Female
- Carol
- Emma
- Iris
- Jane
- Jean
- Julie
- Juliet
- Laura
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Rosemary
- Sarah
- Susan