NIGEL
Nigel
Nigel is a surname of British origin, widely found throughout the United Kingdom. It is derived from the given name "Nigel," which has Old English and Latin roots, meaning "champion" or "black-haired." The Nigel surname is known to be patronymic, which means it is based on the given name of an ancestor rather than a family occupation or location.
The surname Nigel has been traced back to medieval times when it was common for people to adopt surnames based on personal characteristics or attributes. Over the centuries, the surname Nigel has spread across England, Scotland, Wales, and other parts of the British Isles.
Notable individuals bearing the Nigel surname have made contributions in various fields, including the arts, academia, politics, and sports. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its historical significance and familial connections. Today, individuals with the Nigel surname can be found in different regions of the world, often tracing their ancestry back to British roots.
There are approximately 182 people named Nigel in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Nigel.