NIELD
Nield
Nield is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name 'Niel', meaning champion or cloud. The name first emerged in the county of Lancashire in northern England.
The Nield family history dates back to ancient times, with records of individuals bearing the surname in various regions of England. They were predominantly agricultural workers or tradesmen. Over the centuries, the Nield surname has spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and the wider world through migration and settlement.
Notable individuals with the surname Nield include Sir John Nield, a respected British barrister and judge, and Paul Nield, a renowned British photographer.
The Nield family crest is described as a wreath of gold and blue, symbolising nobility and loyalty. The motto "Perseverantia vincit" translates to "Perseverance conquers", reflecting the resilience associated with the Nield name.
Today, the Nield surname continues to be borne by families across Britain and beyond, upholding a sense of heritage and identity rooted in English history and culture.
There are approximately 2,794 people named Nield in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,202nd most common surname in Britain. Around 43 in a million people in Britain are named Nield.
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
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Elizabeth
- Gordana
- Helen
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Laura
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan