Tweddell

Tweddell is a British surname with origins in Northumberland, a county in the northeast of England. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "þviðr" meaning 'wood,' and the Old English "dæl" meaning 'valley,' which indicates a person who originally lived near a wooded valley.

The Tweddell surname is most common in North East England, particularly in the areas around Newcastle and Durham. Over time, the name spread to other regions of Britain as families migrated for work or other opportunities.

Notable individuals with the surname Tweddell include William Tweddell (1775–1824), a British banker and amateur antiquary who resided in Northumberland. He was known for his interest in archaeology and was a founding member of the Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne.

Today, the Tweddell surname is relatively rare but can still be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by individuals with diverse backgrounds and occupations. The name continues to be a reminder of the historical ties to the Northumberland region and the rich tapestry of British surnames.

The Tweddell surname is part of the cultural and genealogical heritage of Britain, reflecting the history of family lineages and the interconnectedness of communities throughout the country.

There are approximately 562 people named Tweddell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Tweddell.

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

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Crispin
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Steven
  • William

Female

  • Andrea
  • Ann
  • Anne
  • Emma
  • Jane
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Louise
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Tracey
  • Vanessa

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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