TUFNELL
Tufnell
Tufnell is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that originates from Kentsford, England. The name is of locational origin, derived from the Middle English words "tuft," which means a fold or a group of top-hill, and "nell," a colloquial form of the name Edward. The name is commonly pronounced as "TUFF-null."
The Tufnell surname historically dates back to the late 12th century when William de Tuftonell was recorded in the "Feudal Documents" of the Abbey of Bury St. Edmunds in 1188. The name had various spellings over time, including Tuftenhal in the 13th century and Tuftynhull in records from Devonshire in the 16th century.
Tufnell is predominantly found in the southern regions of England, with the highest concentration in the counties of Kent, Devon, and Somerset. Notable individuals with the surname Tufnell include Henry Tufnell (1795–1874), a British politician and Member of Parliament.
The Tufnell family name carries a rich history rooted in English heritage and is associated with families who have contributed to various fields such as politics, academia, and the arts. Today, the surname Tufnell remains a notable part of British genealogy and history.
There are approximately 264 people named Tufnell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Tufnell.
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
- Benjamin
- Christopher
- George
- Graham
- Gregory
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Frances
- Gina
- Gladys
- Jane
- Joanna
- Joanne
- Katharine
- Laura
- Louise
- Miranda
- Patricia
- Suzanne