WRENNALL
Wrennall
Wrennall is a distinctive English surname with origins linked to the northern region of Lancashire. The surname likely evolved from the Old English personal name "Wrenna", possibly denoting a small bird akin to a wren, combined with the suffix "-all" which means ‘affection’ or ‘noble’.
The earliest known records of the Wrennall surname date back to the late 16th century in the Lancashire area. Families bearing this surname have been primarily associated with agricultural and rural communities in Lancashire, involved in various occupations such as farming, smithing, and trades related to the textile industry.
Throughout the centuries, individuals with the surname Wrennall have moved and settled in different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. Today, the surname is found not only in Lancashire but also in other regions of England and the wider English-speaking world.
The Wrennall surname has retained its distinctiveness and relatively low frequency, maintaining a connection to its Lancashire roots. It continues to be a source of pride and identity for those who bear it, reflecting the rich tapestry of British surnames and their historical significance.
There are approximately 206 people named Wrennall in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Wrennall.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Eric
- Geoffrey
- Giles
- Jack
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
- Stuart
Female
- Amanda
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joan
- Judith
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Susan