O'Dell - Last Names

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O'Dell

/oʊˈdɛl/

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Moderate

Meaning

Descendant of Dell or from the dell (a small valley)

Represents connection to ancestry and natural landscape, symbolizing rootedness and heritage.

Symbolism

Embodies resilience, familial continuity, and a quiet strength tied to both lineage and nature.

Etymology: Derived from the English word 'dell', meaning a small wooded valley, or as a patronymic form meaning 'descendant of Dell', a diminutive of names like Daniel. The 'O'' prefix may reflect Irish influence, though it is more commonly used here as an English locational marker.

Style & Origin

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England and Ireland, O'Dell is an anglicized patronymic or locational surname that ha

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