SOUTHALL
Southall
Southall is a British surname of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "sūð", meaning south, and "healh", meaning nook or corner. It is believed to have originated from the name of a village in the historic county of Middlesex, now part of Greater London.
The Southall surname is found predominantly in the United Kingdom, with a notable concentration in the West Midlands region, particularly around the towns of Birmingham and Wolverhampton. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries, such as the United States and Canada, through immigration and migration.
Individuals with the surname Southall have been involved in various professions and fields, including but not limited to politics, sports, academia, and business. Notable bearers of the surname include footballer Chris Southall and politician Joseph Southall.
The Southall surname carries a sense of heritage and regional identity, reflecting the historical significance of the village from which it originated. Today, individuals bearing the Southall surname continue to contribute to the fabric of British society and beyond.
There are approximately 5,115 people named Southall in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,847th most common surname in Britain. Around 79 in a million people in Britain are named Southall.
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Angela
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Julie
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan