Sell

Sell is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "sell", meaning "at the willow tree". The surname likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a willow tree or a grove of willows.

The Sell surname is found primarily in the southern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Hampshire, Surrey, and Kent. The name has also been documented in other parts of England and has spread to other English-speaking countries through immigration and migration.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Sell include British historian Richard Wheatley Sell, rugby player Tom Sell, and artist Emily Sell. As with many surnames, variations in spelling such as Selle or Sellers are also common.

The Sell family name has a rich history, with roots in England dating back centuries. Today, individuals with the surname Sell can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British society.

There are approximately 1,425 people named Sell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,590th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Sell.

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

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stuart
  • Timothy

Female

  • Catherine
  • Christina
  • Christine
  • Emma
  • Hannah
  • Helen
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Marion
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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