LINSELL
Linsell
Linsell is a surname of English origin, with recorded instances dating back to the early 17th century. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English words "lynn," meaning pool or waterfall, and "sell," meaning small house or shelter.
Notable bearers of the surname Linsell have been traced in various historical records, including land deeds, census records, and parish registers in England. The name has been found predominantly in regions such as East Anglia and the counties of Suffolk and Norfolk.
Throughout history, individuals with the surname Linsell have been associated with diverse occupations and societal roles, ranging from agricultural workers and tradespeople to minor landowners and clergy.
Despite the relative scarcity of the surname in comparison to more common British surnames, the Linsell name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place as a distinctive and enduring component of British heritage.
There are approximately 490 people named Linsell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Linsell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Charles
- Christopher
- David
- Geoff
- James
- Kevin
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Roger
Female
- Charlotte
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Florence
- Janet
- Jean
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan