TALL

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Tall

Tall is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word "talu," meaning 'reckoning' or 'calculation.' The surname Tall is likely to have originated as an occupational name, referring to someone who worked as an accountant or reckoner in medieval England.

The distribution of the Tall surname is primarily found in the southern regions of England, and its presence is noted in historical records dating back centuries. Variants of the surname include Talle and Thall.

Individuals bearing the surname Tall have contributed to various sectors and industries across British history. The name continues to be passed down through generations, representing a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames and heritage.

There are approximately 695 people named Tall in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,749th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Tall.

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
Colin
David
James
John
Mark
Michael
Philip
Phillip
Richard

Female

Annabel
Barbara
Betty
Brenda
Diane
Emma
Jennifer
Karen
Margaret
Natalie
Rebecca
Sarah
Sheila
Susan
Yvonne

Similar and related surnames

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