Trewhella

Trewhella is a surname of Cornish origin, derived from the Cornish language word tre, meaning "homestead" or "farmstead", and hwel, meaning "apple tree". The name likely denoted someone who lived near or worked at an apple tree farmstead.

The surname Trewhella is most commonly found in Cornwall, a county in the southwest of England known for its rich history and distinct cultural identity. Cornwall has a long tradition of mining, fishing, and farming, and many families with the surname Trewhella have ties to these industries.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Trewhella have been involved in various aspects of Cornish life, contributing to the local community and economy. Some may have been farmers cultivating apple orchards, while others may have worked in the mining or fishing industries that were crucial to Cornwall's development.

The name Trewhella reflects the Cornish heritage and landscape, evoking images of traditional rural life in Cornwall. Today, individuals with the surname Trewhella can be found across the UK and in other parts of the world, carrying with them a connection to their Cornish roots and the legacy of their ancestors.

There are approximately 323 people named Trewhella in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Trewhella.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Ben
  • Benjamin
  • Christopher
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Rob
  • Robert
  • Roger
  • Ross
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Amanda
  • Claire
  • Elaine
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Louise
  • Rita
  • Sarah
  • Shelley
  • Sylvia

Similar and related surnames

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