FALLEN
Fallen
Fallen is a British surname with origins dating back to the medieval period. The surname is of English and Scottish descent and is derived from the Old English word fealu, meaning "fallow" or "pale yellow". This term was often used to refer to land left uncultivated or unplanted.
The name Fallen was likely adopted as a surname by families who lived or worked on fallow land, or perhaps had some other connection to such terrain. Surnames often developed from occupations, locations, or physical characteristics, so it is plausible that the surname Fallen originated in this manner.
Over the centuries, the surname has evolved and spread throughout the British Isles and beyond, carried by families who passed it down through generations. Today, individuals bearing the surname Fallen can be found in various parts of the world, though it remains more prevalent in the United Kingdom.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation have arisen over time. These variations may include Fallon, Fallin, or Fallens, among others. Each variation may reflect regional accents, historical linguistic changes, or personal preferences.
The surname Fallen carries a sense of connection to the land and to a bygone era when agriculture and rural life were dominant features of society. It stands as a reminder of the colourful tapestry of names that enrich British heritage and family history.
There are approximately 167 people named Fallen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Fallen.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Dennis
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Malcolm
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Steven
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Jade
- Jill
- Karen
- Laura
- Linda
- Lynda
- Lynette
- Ruth
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.