About Fossell
The surname Fossell is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "foss," meaning "ditch" or "trench." It is believed to have been a topographic name for someone who lived near or worked on a ditch or trench. The suffix "-ell" is a diminutive, indicating a small or lesser version of something. Therefore, Fossell likely referred to a small or minor ditch or trench. Over time, this surname would have been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
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