Stansall

Stansall is an English surname of Old English origin, derived from the place name Stanshawes, meaning "stone houses". The surname is locational, indicating that the original bearers of the name were people who lived near or worked at stone houses.

The earliest recorded instance of the surname Stansall dates back to the 13th century, where it was found in the county of Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, bearers of the Stansall surname have been documented in various parts of the United Kingdom, indicating its spread and presence among different communities.

Variants of the surname Stansall include Stanhall, Stanhawes, and Staneshawes, highlighting the evolution and adaptation of the name over time.

Today, the surname Stansall is relatively rare and is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in areas with historical ties to Yorkshire and surrounding regions. Like many English surnames, the origin of Stansall reflects the geographical and occupational history of the British Isles, preserving the heritage of those who carried and continue to bear this distinctive surname.

There are approximately 124 people named Stansall in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Stansall.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Ryan
  • Simon
  • Zackary

Female

  • Alexandra
  • Anne
  • Diana
  • Jean
  • Joanna
  • Lisa
  • Marie
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Rachel

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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