CONDELL
Condell
The surname Condell is of English origin, derived from the medieval given name "Condel" or "Condall," which itself was a diminutive form of "Nicholas." The name is most commonly found in the counties of Kent and Sussex in the southeast of England.
One of the notable bearers of the surname Condell was Henry Condell (1576-1627), an actor in the Lord Chamberlain's Men, the theatre company of William Shakespeare. Condell is remembered for his role in the posthumous publication of Shakespeare's plays in the "First Folio" in 1623, for which he is credited as one of the editors.
Over the centuries, the surname Condell has spread beyond its original strongholds, and individuals bearing this name have made significant contributions in various fields. Today, the surname Condell can be found throughout the United Kingdom and in regions settled by British emigrants.
References
- Reaney, P.H., and Wilson, R.M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press.
- Woudhuysen, H. R. and Shrank, C. (eds.) (2015). The Shakespeare First Folios: A Descriptive Catalogue. Oxford University Press.
Typical given names associated with the Condell surname
Male
- Douglas
- Gerry
- John
- Louis
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Raymond
- Richard
- Robert
- Shane
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Caroline
- Clare
- Ethel
- Heather
- Jennifer
- Judith
- Kathryn
- Marie
- Sandra
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 154 people named Condell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Condell.
Famous people named Condell
- Pat Condell - Stand-up comedian, writer, and Internet personality
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