Newell

Newell is a surname of English origin and also a place name in several English-speaking countries. The surname is generally regarded as toponymic, likely arising from a term such as “new well” or “new spring,” referring to a recently dug water source or a locality named for such a feature. Variants of the name include Newill and Nuell.

As a place name, Newell appears in multiple countries, often reflecting early settlers who bore the surname or the descriptive sense of a newly established well or spring. In North America, various communities and localities carry the name, sometimes serving as remnants of colonial or settler-era naming.

In the corporate world, Newell Brands is a prominent multinational consumer goods company. It originated as Newell Rubbermaid after a 1999 merger of Newell Co. and Rubbermaid Inc. The company adopted the Newell Brands name in 2016 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Calphalon, and Yankee Candle, among others, spanning home, writing, and baby product categories.

Notable bearers of the surname span various fields, including politics, sports, science, and the arts. The name remains relatively common in English-speaking countries, appearing in historical records, biographical entries, and contemporary naming alike.