CREEL

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Creel

Creel is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from the Old Norse word "krill" which means a basket or wickerwork trap for fish. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone who made or used creels for fishing.

History

The Creel surname is most commonly found in Scotland, particularly in regions with a strong fishing tradition such as the Scottish Highlands and Islands. It is believed that the name could have been used to describe someone who was involved in the fishing industry, either as a fisherman or a maker of fishing equipment.

Notable Individuals

John Creel (b. 1950) - A Scottish author known for his works on maritime history and traditional fishing techniques.
Alice Creel (b. 1985) - A British marine biologist who has contributed significantly to the conservation of marine ecosystems.

Variants

Variants of the Creel surname include Creal, Crell, and Creeley.

References

Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 30 people named Creel in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Creel.

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

Jason
Nigel

Female

Carol
Carolyn
Leanna
Pamela

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.