How common is the Fell surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname Fell in the United States.

Are there Fell soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 247 soldiers with the Fell surname appear in Civil War records.

Fell

Q: What does the surname Fell mean?

The surname Fell means "One who lives on or near a fell (a hill or moorland); possibly a feller of trees.". It is of English or Scandinavian origin.

Topographic

Meaning

One who lives on or near a fell (a hill or moorland); possibly a feller of trees.

Etymology

Derived from Old Norse 'fell' meaning mountain or hill, or from Middle English 'fell' meaning to cut down or a wild moorland. The surname likely originated as a topographic descriptor for someone living in such terrain.

About the Fell Surname

An English or Scandinavian topographic surname referring to hilly or moorland terrain. The name is moderately common in northern England and has spread to other English-speaking countries.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in northern England and Scandinavia; also present in North America and Commonwealth countries.

Fell Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Fell Surname

Dorothy Fell

Quick Facts

Origin: English or Scandinavian
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval period (estimated)
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

247 soldiers with the Fell surname found in Civil War records.

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