CROSSKILL
Crosskill
The surname Crosskill is of English origin, deriving from the Old English personal name "Crosscul". The name is a topographical one, indicating a person who lived near a cross or crucifix. The name could also refer to someone who made crosses or crucifixes.
The Crosskill surname is particularly common in the Yorkshire region of England, where the name has been recorded for centuries. The name may have originated as a nickname for a devout person or one who worked as a carver of religious artefacts.
Notable individuals with the surname Crosskill include Joseph Crosskill (1792–1877), a renowned agricultural engineer and inventor based in Beverley, East Yorkshire. Joseph Crosskill is credited with revolutionising the design of steam-powered agricultural machinery.
Over time, the surname Crosskill has evolved and spread beyond its Yorkshire roots, with individuals bearing the name found in various parts of the United Kingdom and the wider English-speaking world.
The surname Crosskill carries a rich history and is a testament to the diverse origins of British surnames.
There are approximately 75 people named Crosskill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Crosskill.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Paul
Female
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