WATERALL
Waterall
Waterall is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "waeter," meaning water, and "halh," meaning a corner or nook of land, indicating someone who lived by a corner or nook of water.
The Waterall surname is most commonly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire. The earliest recorded instances of the surname date back to the 16th century.
Individuals bearing the Waterall surname have been associated with various occupations and professions over the centuries, including farmers, merchants, and craftsmen.
The distribution of the Waterall surname suggests a concentration in the historic county of Yorkshire, which may hint at the geographical origins of the family. However, like many surnames, the exact origins and early history of the Waterall family remain somewhat obscure.
Today, the Waterall surname is relatively rare, but it maintains a link to the rich tapestry of British surnames and the diverse heritage of the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 154 people named Waterall in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Waterall.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Brian
- Craig
- Darren
- David
- Eric
- John
- Mark
- Richard
- Steven
Female
- Beryl
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Kelly
- Lisa
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tina
- Tonya
Similar and related surnames
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