Ferrell - Last Names

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Ferrell

/fəˈrɛl/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the town of Farleigh or similar place names meaning 'fern clearing'.

Represents roots in land and settlement, symbolizing connection to nature and ancestral heritage.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, lineage, and a grounded identity rooted in geography and history.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'fearn' (fern) and 'lēah' (clearing or meadow), referring to someone who lived near a fern-covered clearing; often evolved as a locational surname from places named Farleigh or Ferley.

Style & Origin

traditional
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Ferrell is a locational or occupational surname historically associated with medi

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