GODSELL
Godsell
Godsell is a British surname of medieval origin. The surname is derived from the Old English word "God" meaning good or kind, and "sell" which refers to a hall or large house. Therefore, the surname Godsell likely originated as a name for someone who resided in or near a grand house.
The Godsell surname is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, such as Surrey and Sussex. It is believed that the name has Norman roots, as it first appeared in England after the Norman Conquest of 1066.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Godsell have been involved in various occupations, including landowners, farmers, and tradespeople. The name has been passed down through generations, with many families proudly carrying on the Godsell surname.
Today, individuals with the surname Godsell can be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries. The name continues to hold historical significance and remains a testament to the heritage and lineage of those who bear it.
There are approximately 843 people named Godsell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,450th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Godsell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Don
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steve
- Steven
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Andrea
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Pamela
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Yvonne
Similar and related surnames
- Codesal
- Coticelli
- Cotsell
- Cudzilo
- Gadeselli
- Gadsall
- Gadziala
- Gatsall
- Gatsell
- Godell
- Godsal
- Godsale
- Godsall
- Godsalve
- Godse
- Godsel
- Godshall
- Godsil
- Godsill
- Goodcell
- Goodsall
- Goodsel
- Goodsell
- Goodsole
- Gotsal
- Gotsall
- Gotsell
- Gudsell
- Gutsell
- Gutsole
- Kadziela
- Kadziola
- Katzel
- Kedslie
- Kedzlie
- Ketsela
- Kitsell
- Kitsull
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