PRESSNELL
Pressnell
Pressnell is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Prōsna" and the suffix "-nell", denoting "son of Prōsna". Variants of the surname include Pressnall, Pressnail, and Prinnell.
The distribution of the Pressnell surname in the United Kingdom is primarily found in the southern region, particularly in counties such as Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall. The earliest recorded instances of the surname date back to the 16th century in parish records.
Individuals bearing the Pressnell surname have been associated with various occupations over the centuries, including farming, tradesmanship, and craftsmanship. The surname has also spread to other English-speaking countries through immigration and globalisation.
Today, the Pressnell surname endures as a reminder of England's rich linguistic and cultural history. Family crests and coat of arms associated with the Pressnell name may offer further insights into the ancestral origins of individuals bearing this distinctive surname.
There are approximately 75 people named Pressnell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Pressnell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Ap
- David
- Ian
Female
- Lynne
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia