TheNameDBMedill
UnisexMeaning
The etymology and meaning are uncertain, possibly derived from a place name or occupational surname.
Etymology
Medill may derive from an English place name or occupational origin, though historical records are limited. The name appears primarily as a surname in American records from the 19th century onward.
About the Name Medill
Medill is a rare surname of uncertain origin that became notable through Joseph Medill's prominence in American journalism. It remains primarily a surname rather than a common given name.