DAGNELL
Dagnell
Dagnell is a British surname that has its roots in medieval England. The name is derived from the Norman personal name "Daniel" and the Old French word "d'aigne" meaning "of Aignes".
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Dagnell is in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a survey of England and Wales ordered by William the Conqueror. Over time, the name has undergone variations in spelling, such as Dagnall and Dagnell.
The Dagnell family has been historically associated with various regions across England, including Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Worcestershire. Members of the Dagnell family have been noted for their contributions to diverse fields, including agriculture, law, and academia.
Today, the surname Dagnell is relatively uncommon, but those who bear it can take pride in their heritage and the enduring legacy of their ancestors.
There are approximately 130 people named Dagnell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dagnell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Brian
- Gary
- John
- Kevin
- Lee
- Michael
- Stanley
- Stephen
- Steve
- Steven
Female
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Frances
- Hazel
- Katie
- Laura
- Pamela
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan