RODMELL
Rodmell
Rodmell is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that derives from a village in East Sussex, England. The village of Rodmell is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Radele", indicating its early medieval roots. The surname Rodmell likely originated as a locational surname, given to people who hailed from or lived in Rodmell.
The name Rodmell is made up of two elements: "rod", which could come from the Old English word "rod" meaning a clearing or clearing in the woods, and "mell" which is thought to be derived from Old English "hyll" meaning hill. Therefore, the name Rodmell could be interpreted as "clearing on the hill".
The surname Rodmell is found most commonly in the southeastern counties of England, particularly in Sussex where the village of Rodmell is situated. The name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond through migration and diaspora.
Notable individuals with the surname Rodmell have included prominent figures in various fields, ranging from arts and sciences to politics and sports. The name Rodmell continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to its continued presence as a living link to the village and community from which it originated.
There are approximately 307 people named Rodmell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Rodmell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Darren
- David
- James
- John
- Justin
- Lee
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Mick
- Paul
Female
- Amy
- Angela
- Brenda
- Carol
- Emma
- Fiona
- Jean
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Pauline
- Susan