CRUSSELL
Crussell
Crussell is a British surname that finds its origins in medieval England. The name is believed to have derived from the Old French word "crescelle," which referred to a ratchet or the noise-making toy. Over time, this evolved into the surname Crussell as it spread throughout England.
The Crussell surname has been recorded in various regions of England, including Lancashire and Yorkshire. Individuals bearing the Crussell surname were often found in agricultural and rural communities, engaging in farming or artisanal occupations.
The distribution of the Crussell surname was mainly concentrated in Northern England, particularly during the Middle Ages and the Early Modern period. As family names became more fixed and hereditary, the Crussell surname continued to be passed down through generations.
Today, the Crussell surname may be less common than some other British surnames, but it still carries the rich history and heritage of its medieval origins. Families bearing the Crussell surname can trace their ancestry back to the communities of historic England where their ancestors lived and worked.
There are approximately 106 people named Crussell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Crussell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
- Wayne
Female
- Adele
- Debbie
- Deborah
- Jane
- Karen
- Laura
- Lindsey
- Michelle
- Rhoda
- Susan