HURRELL

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Hurrell

Hurrell is an English surname of Old French origin, with roots in the Norman Conquest of 1066. The name is derived from the Old French personal name "Uriel", which itself comes from the Hebrew name "Uri'el" meaning "God is my light". Over time, the surname evolved to Hurrell as it was Anglicised.

The first recorded instance of the name Hurrell dates back to the 13th century in Norfolk, England. The Hurrell family has since been associated with various regions across England, with notable concentrations in East Anglia and the West Country.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Hurrell have been involved in a wide range of occupations, including farmers, merchants, and clergy members. The name has also been associated with notable figures in the fields of art, literature, and science.

Today, the surname Hurrell is relatively uncommon but continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, often as a mark of pride in their English heritage.

There are approximately 3,626 people named Hurrell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,540th most common surname in Britain. Around 56 in a million people in Britain are named Hurrell.

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
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Stephen

Female

Alison
Angela
Anne
Caroline
Christine
Claire
Elizabeth
Emma
Lisa
Margaret
Rebecca
Sarah
Susan

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