SAWTELL
Sawtell
Origins and Meaning
Sawtell is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English pre 7th Century personal name ‘Saewulf’, meaning "sea-wolf". The name is believed to have originated as a nickname for a sea warrior or sailor.
Distribution and Historical Significance
The surname Sawtell is most commonly found in the county of Essex in the East of England, where the name has a long history. It can also be found in other parts of the country due to migration patterns over the centuries.
Notable individuals
One notable individual with the surname Sawtell is Albert Ernest Sawtell (1867–1930), an English recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. Albert Ernest Sawtell was awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery during the Second Boer War.
References:
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Reaney, P.H. and Wilson, R.M. A Dictionary of English Surnames, Oxford University Press, 1997.
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Cokayne, G.E. The Complete Peerage, St Catherine Press, 1959.
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Pine, L.G. The New Extinct Peerage 1884-1971, Londno, 1972.
There are approximately 401 people named Sawtell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Sawtell.
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
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Gary
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Mark
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Christine
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Hannah
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Linda
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Philippa
- Rebecca
- Simone