Merrel Family Crest & Name History

Ancestors listed as Merrel are often found as Merrill a generation earlier.

What is the meaning of Merrel?

The name is generally explained as “From Muriel”.

Is Merrel the same name as Merrill?

Before spelling was fixed, Merrill was also written Merrel. Spellings drifted because names were written down by ear in parish books, tax rolls and passenger lists. You may also find the name written Merrell and Meril.

Does every Merrel family have a crest?

Looking for a Merrel coat of arms? Arms were granted to families, not to surnames, and our research shows which heraldic tradition fits yours.

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