Veall

Veall is a surname of English origin. It is believed to be a variant spelling of the surname Vail, which itself is derived from the medieval given name Val, a short form of names such as Valentine or Valerius. The surname Veall is mainly found in the south-west of England, particularly in the counties of Devon and Cornwall.

The earliest known recordings of the surname Veall date back to the 16th century. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Veall have been engaged in various professions and occupations, ranging from agriculture to trade and industry.

The distribution of the Veall surname in the United Kingdom indicates that it is relatively rare, with most occurrences concentrated in the aforementioned regions of Devon and Cornwall. Like many surnames, the prevalence and distribution of Veall have been influenced by historical population movements and patterns of migration.

Today, individuals with the surname Veall can be found in different parts of the world, reflecting the diaspora of British families over the centuries. As with many surnames, the history of the Veall family name continues to be shaped by the diverse experiences and pursuits of those who bear it.

There are approximately 286 people named Veall in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Veall.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Eric
  • Guy
  • Ivan
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • William

Female

  • Amy
  • Cheryl
  • Elizabeth
  • Jennifer
  • Kathryn
  • Melanie
  • Nicola
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Sheila

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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