Rotchell

The surname Rotchell is of British origin and is derived from the Old English personal name 'Rocwulf', which is composed of the elements 'roc', meaning rook (a type of bird), and 'wulf', meaning wolf. Over time, the name evolved into various spellings, including Rotchell.

Individuals bearing the surname Rotchell can trace their roots to ancient English history. The name is relatively rare and has been found predominantly in certain regions of the United Kingdom.

Like many surnames, Rotchell has variations in spelling, including Rochell, Rottchell, and Rotshel. This variation in spelling is common in the history of surnames due to different regional accents, dialects, and written records.

Due to the relatively small number of individuals bearing the surname Rotchell, detailed historical information about the name may be limited. However, the surname is a part of British heritage and is a unique identifier for individuals and families who carry it today.

There are approximately 288 people named Rotchell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Rotchell.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • James
  • John
  • Karl
  • Kenneth
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Simon
  • Timothy
  • William

Female

  • Ann
  • Carla
  • Emma
  • Jennifer
  • Kathleen
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Sara
  • Terri

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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