QUARRELL
Quarrell
Quarrell is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old French word "quarrel," meaning "quarrel" or "square." The name could have been used to describe someone with a quarrelsome nature, or someone who lived near a square or square-shaped landmark.
The first recorded instance of the Quarrell surname dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Sussex, England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, particularly to former British colonies.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Quarrell include:
- John Quarrell (1802–1867), a renowned British artist known for his landscape paintings.
- Sarah Quarrell (born 1980), a British author and journalist best known for her investigative works on environmental issues.
The Quarrell surname continues to be present in modern times, carried by diverse individuals across the globe who are part of a rich historical legacy.
Typical given names associated with the Quarrell surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Justine
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Simon
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Amy
- Anne-marie
- Catherine
- Clare
- Elaine
- Helen
- Jayne
- Kathleen
- Louise
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 294 people named Quarrell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Quarrell.
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
