FIRRELL
Firrell
Firrell is a surname of English origin, predominately found in the southern regions of the United Kingdom. The name Firrell is of toponymic origin, derived from the Old English elements "fyr," meaning "wood," and "hyll," meaning "hill." It is believed that the name likely indicates a person who lived near a wooded hill or a geographic area characterised by such features.
The surname Firrell has ancient roots and is recorded in historical documents dating back centuries. Variants of the name, such as Fyrhill and Firhill, have also been documented in historical records. The distribution of the Firrell surname is primarily concentrated in areas such as Hampshire and Sussex.
Individuals with the surname Firrell have been noted in various historical records, including parish registers, census data, and land transaction documents. Like many British surnames, Firrell may have undergone changes in spelling over the years due to variations in pronunciation and literacy levels.
The Firrell surname is a testament to the rich tapestry of surnames in British history and serves as a link to the ancestral heritage of families who bear this distinctive name.
There are approximately 101 people named Firrell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Firrell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Gary
Female
Similar and related surnames
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