Gorrell

Meaning

A person from a place characterized by gorges or ravines.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'gor' (gore, triangular land) combined with a locative suffix. The surname likely originated from a specific English location.

About the Gorrell Surname

An English topographic surname indicating origin from a place with gorges or ravines. The name has limited modern distribution.

Distribution

Primarily England and United States.

Notable Bearers

Unknown