Gjell

Gjell is a surname of Norwegian origin and also appears as a toponym in parts of Norway. The name is relatively uncommon and is most frequently found among individuals of Norwegian descent and in rural areas where farm-based surnames were historically common.

Etymology and origin: The precise etymology of Gjell is not clearly documented in standard onomastic references. It is generally treated as a toponymic surname, originating from the name of a farm, village, or landscape feature associated with the bearer’s ancestry. Norwegian naming practices often linked families with the place where they lived or worked, which is a likely explanation for Gjell.

Geographic distribution: In contemporary sources, Gjell is most commonly recorded in Norwegian civil or parish records. The name also appears among emigrant populations from Norway, contributing to Norwegian diaspora communities, particularly in North America, where descendants preserve the name in various spellings.

Notable people: There are no widely known individuals with Gjell who have major biographical entries. The surname may appear in local histories, genealogical databases, or among researchers studying Norwegian family names.