RICKELS
Rickels
Rickels is a relatively rare English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The surname is believed to have derived from the Middle English personal name 'Ricold', which itself is a combination of the Old English elements 'ric', meaning powerful or rich, and 'wald', meaning ruler. Over time, 'Ricold' evolved into the surname Rickels, which is thought to have originated in the East Anglia region of England.
Individuals with the surname Rickels can be found throughout England and other English-speaking countries. The name has likely undergone various spelling variations over the centuries due to factors such as illiteracy and clerical errors. Today, the surname Rickels remains relatively uncommon but is cherished by those who bear it as a link to their ancestral heritage.
Notable bearers of the surname Rickels have made contributions to various fields, such as academia, business, the arts, and sports. As with many surnames, the Rickels family may have diverse branches and genealogical histories, making it a subject of interest for those researching family heritage and genealogy in the British Isles.
There are approximately 27 people named Rickels in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Rickels.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Jason
- Jonathan
- Thomas
- Tony
Female
- Alison
- Ella