Litel Coat of Arms, Crest and Name Facts

Some records give Littel; others give Litel. Both point to the same Scottish family name. At root, the name means “Small, a nickname”.

• Litel drops the “t” of Littel, a shortening that clerks often made.
• You may also find the name written Littell.

Heraldry and the Litel name

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Littel surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. Research your Litel family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.