Goodsall

Goodsall is a surname of English origin, primarily associated with the southern region of England. The etymology of the surname is believed to derive from the Old English personal name "Gōdes(e)al(d)" which translates to "goodhall" or "God's hall."

The Goodsall surname is relatively uncommon and can be traced back to medieval times. It is most prevalent in Kent and the surrounding counties, suggesting that the family may have originated from this region. Over time, branches of the Goodsall family have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable individuals bearing the Goodsall surname have made contributions to various fields such as academia, the arts, and sports. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a sense of heritage and tradition among family members.

In modern times, those with the surname Goodsall can be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries around the world. The name serves as a link to ancestral roots and a source of pride for many individuals who bear it.

There are approximately 140 people named Goodsall in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Goodsall.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adrian
  • Colin
  • David
  • James
  • Kevin
  • Matthew
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Robert
  • Timothy
  • William

Female

  • Anna
  • Daisy
  • Janet
  • Lucy
  • Lyndsay
  • Mary
  • Michelle
  • Penelope
  • Sarah
  • Sharon

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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