GRINNALL
Grinnall
Grinnall is a British surname with Anglo-Saxon origins, believed to have derived from the Old English words gren meaning "green" and halh meaning "nook" or "remote valley." The name likely originated as a descriptive term for someone living in or near a remote green valley.
The distribution of individuals bearing the surname Grinnall is primarily concentrated in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in areas like Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The name has also spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond through migration and the dispersal of families.
Over the centuries, various spellings of Grinnall have been recorded in historical documents, including Grinall, Grunell, and Grenell, reflecting the fluid nature of spelling before the standardization of English. This has led to the development of diverse branches and variations of the surname within different family lines.
The Grinnall surname has been associated with different occupations and professions throughout its history, ranging from agricultural workers to craftsmen and traders. The bearers of this name have contributed to the cultural tapestry of Britain in various ways, reflecting the rich diversity of the nation.
Today, individuals with the surname Grinnall can be found across the United Kingdom and in countries around the world, each with their unique stories and connections to this ancient and enduring surname.
There are approximately 120 people named Grinnall in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Grinnall.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Benjamin
- Brian
- Frank
- Gareth
- James
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Peter
Female
- Clare
- Dorothy
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Luanne
- Michelle
- Pauline
- Phyllis
- Valerie
- Victoria