GORNALL
Gornall
Gornall is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the North West of England, particularly in the county of Lancashire. The name is of locational origin, deriving from the village of Gornal in the West Midlands region.
The village of Gornal is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Gornhale," with the name possibly deriving from the Old English words "gara," meaning spear, and "halh," meaning nook or recess. Over time, variations of the name such as Gornhill and Gornell have also been recorded.
The Gornall surname is relatively uncommon, with most individuals bearing this name originating from the Lancashire area or having ancestral ties to the region. The name has likely spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond due to migration patterns over the centuries.
Individuals with the surname Gornall may have ancestral ties to the historic county of Lancashire, known for its industrial heritage, rich cultural history, and strong sense of community.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation may exist, and genealogical research may uncover different branches of the Gornall family tree. The surname Gornall contributes to the diverse tapestry of British surnames and reflects the historical connections between people and places within the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 1,917 people named Gornall in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,362nd most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Gornall.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- Geoffrey
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jean
- Joan
- Lisa
- Lynsey
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Pamela
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan