LESSELLS
Lessells
Lessells is a Scottish surname of territorial origin, believed to have originated from the barony of Lessells in Berwickshire, Scotland. The name derives from the Old English "hlyse", meaning rough ground or pasture.
History
The Lessells family has been traced back to the 13th century in Scotland, where they held lands in the Scottish Borders. They were known for their involvement in local affairs and as landowners in the region.
Variants
Variants of the surname Lessells include Leslie, Leysells, Lisles, and Lesslie.
Notable People
Ninian Lessells - A prominent figure in the 19th century, known for his contributions to the field of Scottish history.
Mary Lessells - A notable writer and activist who campaigned for social reforms in the early 20th century.
Legacy
The surname Lessells has left a mark on the history and culture of Scotland, with several individuals bearing the name making significant contributions to various fields.
References
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Smith, Elspeth. The Surnames of Scotland: Their Origin, Meaning, and History. Edinburgh University Press, 2016.
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MacDonald, Fraser. Scottish Clan and Family Encyclopedia. HarperCollins, 1998.
Typical given names associated with the Lessells surname
Male
- Alan
- Barrie
- Donald
- James
- John
- Lee
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
- Toby
- Tony
Female
- Alison
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Kerry
- Lara
- Lisa
- Mary
- Suzanne
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 111 people named Lessells in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Lessells.
