Grunnill

The surname Grunnill is of English origin and is locational, deriving from the village of Grunhill in North Yorkshire. The village is first recorded as "Grendale" in the Domesday Book of 1086, with the name evolving over time to become Grunnill.

Individuals bearing the surname Grunnill can be traced back to the early 16th century, with records showing various spellings such as Grunnell, Grunill, and Grunnall.

The etymology of the name "Grunnill" may come from Old English roots, with "gren" meaning "branch" or "thicket," and "hyll" meaning "hill," suggesting the name could have described a settlement located near a wooded hill.

Throughout history, bearers of the Grunnill surname have been recorded in various regions of England, with many individuals establishing themselves in different occupations and social statuses.

Today, the surname Grunnill can still be found in England and beyond, with descendants of the original bearers continuing to uphold the family name and heritage.

There are approximately 139 people named Grunnill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Grunnill.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Barry
  • David
  • John
  • Kenneth
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Raymond
  • Steve
  • Thomas
  • Wayne

Female

  • Beryl
  • Christine
  • Emma
  • Janice
  • Katherine
  • Kelly
  • Lauren
  • Maureen
  • Sally
  • Samantha
  • Stephanie

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