Burrell

Burrell is a surname of English origin that is also used as a given name on occasion. The name appears in English and Irish records dating back to the medieval period and spread to North America with settlers in the early modern era. The precise origin is uncertain; Burrell may be a habitational name from places named Burrow, Barrow, or Burrell in England, or a variant of related names such as Barrell, Burrel, or Burrow.

Today, Burrell is found throughout the English-speaking world, with concentrations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. As a surname, it is carried by numerous families with diverse occupational and regional backgrounds, and it is occasionally used as a given name as well.

Geographically, there are places in North America associated with the name Burrell, including Burrell Township in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States. Other localities or features bearing the name may exist in different regions, reflecting the common practice of place-naming by settlers and mapmakers.

Notable people with the surname Burrell have appeared in various fields, including sports, arts, and public life. The name also appears in fictional or cultural contexts in some works of literature and media, reflecting its use as both a surname and a given name.

See also: Barrell, Burrel, Burrows. Additional information may be found in genealogical and toponymic sources that trace the distribution and variants of the name Burrell.