SAMWELL
Samwell
Samwell is a surname of English origin, derived from the given name "Samuel". The name "Samuel" itself has Hebrew roots, meaning "name of God" or "God has heard".
The surname Samwell is primarily found in the United Kingdom, particularly in England. It is a relatively uncommon surname, often concentrated in specific regions or among certain family lines.
Individuals with the surname Samwell have made contributions to various fields, including literature, music, and academia. Notably, George Samwell was an English judge and legal writer in the 18th century.
Genealogically, the surname Samwell can be traced through historical records such as census data, parish registers, and family trees. Variants of the surname may include Samuels or Samuel.
In modern times, individuals bearing the surname Samwell can be found across the UK and in other parts of the world, often as part of diverse and dynamic communities. The surname continues to carry a sense of heritage and familial connection for those who bear it.
There are approximately 281 people named Samwell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Samwell.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alfie
- Brian
- Damien
- David
- Gavin
- James
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Timothy
Female
- Claire
- Dawn
- Debbie
- Debra
- Joanna
- Joanne
- Karen
- Kirsty
- Lisa
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.