Murrell - Last Names

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Murrell

/ˈmʌrəl/

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Uncommon

Meaning

From the settlement of Morrel in Normandy or derived from 'mur' meaning wall and 'hall' meaning manor or house.

Represents ancestral roots, stability, and connection to land or architecture; symbolizes a legacy built over generations.

Symbolism

Embodies endurance, family heritage, and structural integrity—like a well-built wall or enduring estate.

Etymology: Derived from Old French 'Morrel', possibly a diminutive of 'Morel', referring to someone from Morrel in Normandy, or from Middle English elements 'mur' (wall) and 'halh' (nook or recess), indicating a dwelling by a wall or rocky outcrop.

Style & Origin

traditional
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Murrell is a locational or occupational surname historically linked to England an

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