Blakewell Last Name Facts and Heraldry

People called Blakewell share their surname's story with Blackwell, of which it is a variant. The family name meaning is “Dark spring”, the same as for Blackwell.

How the spelling arose

Before spelling was fixed, Blackwell was also written Blakewell. Local scribes, dialects and emigration all left their mark on how the name was written. You may also find the name written Blackwel and Blackwall.

How common is Blakewell?

Family crest and blazon

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Blackwell surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

For the full story, order the Blakewell surname pack.