Parcell

Parcell is a British surname of medieval English origin. The name is derived from the Old French word "parcelle," meaning a small piece or portion of land. It is believed that the surname was originally used to denote someone who lived on or owned a small parcel of land.

The Parcell surname dates back to the early medieval period in England and is found in various regions across the country. It is most commonly recorded in the counties of Devon, Somerset, and Cornwall.

Individuals with the surname Parcell have been found to be involved in a variety of occupations over the centuries, including farming, trade, and craftsmanship. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries around the world through immigration and diaspora.

Variants of the Parcell surname include Parcel and Parsell. The name has maintained its presence in modern times, with descendants of the Parcell family continuing to bear this historical surname.

There are approximately 509 people named Parcell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Parcell.

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

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Brian
  • Christopher
  • Colin
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Graham
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Catherine
  • Dawn
  • Ekaterina
  • Ellen
  • Emma
  • Janet
  • Jennifer
  • Jenny
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sandra
  • Wendi

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