About Cornwell
The surname Cornwell is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "corn" meaning "grain" and "well" meaning "spring" or "stream." It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer of the name hailed from a place named Cornwell or lived near a well or stream where grain was grown or stored. The surname Cornwell is fairly common in England and has variations such as Cornwall and Cornall.
The surname Cornwell is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cornwell based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Cornwell is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Cornwell" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Cornwell."