Howell
Howell is a surname of Welsh origin, derived from the medieval given name Hywel. The English form Howell, with variants such as Howel and Howells, spread through the British Isles and into English-speaking communities abroad. The given name Hywel is Welsh and is often associated with meanings such as eminent or conspicuous, though the exact etymology is uncertain.
In geographic usage, Howell appears in several place names in the United States. Howell, Michigan is a
Beyond place names, Howell functions as a surname carried by many individuals across diverse fields, including