HALSALL
Halsall
Halsall is an English surname with roots dating back to medieval times. The name is of locational origin, deriving from the village of Halsall in Lancashire, England.
Etymology and Origins
The surname Halsall is believed to have originated from the Old English words "halh" meaning "nook" or "remote valley" and "halh," meaning "hollow" or "sunken ground." The village of Halsall in Lancashire, mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Halsale," is likely where the name was first recorded.
History
The history of the Halsall surname can be traced back to the medieval period in England. The Halsall family were landowners and notable figures in Lancashire, where they held lands and bore the name of their place of origin. Over the centuries, branches of the Halsall family spread to different parts of the country, and the name became more widespread.
Variants and Distribution
Variants of the surname Halsall include Halsal, Holsall, and Haelsall. The distribution of the surname is most heavily concentrated in the historic county of Lancashire, particularly around the areas of Ormskirk and Southport.
Notable Individuals
There are several notable individuals with the surname Halsall, including:
- Steve Halsall (b. 1965) – English former professional footballer who played as a defender for clubs such as Tranmere Rovers and West Bromwich Albion.
- Jim Halsall – A prominent figure in the world of British art dealing and auctioneering.
- Liz Halsall – Notable British architect known for her innovative and sustainable designs.
Popularity
While the surname Halsall is not as common as some other English surnames, it remains an important part of British history and heritage. Today, individuals with the surname Halsall can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, having spread through migration and genealogical lines.
There are approximately 3,052 people named Halsall in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,951st most common surname in Britain. Around 47 in a million people in Britain are named Halsall.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Jean
- Karen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan