Burshell History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Burshell surname is a local (habitational) name, taken on from the place name Burshill in East Yorkshire. This place is derived from the Old English words "bryst" meaning "rough ground," and "hyll," which means "hill." 1 The surname may also have evolved from Boarshill, in Bigsbury, Devon or at Burshill in Brandesburton in the East Riding of Yorkshire. 2 Early Origins of the Burshell familyThe surname Burshell was first found in East Riding of Yorkshire, where Thomas de Bristhull was listed in the Assize Rolls of Yorkshire in 1251. 2 Early History of the Burshell familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Burshell research. The years 1737 and 1766 are included under the topic Early Burshell History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Burshell Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Burshell, Bursell, Bursill and others. Early Notables of the Burshell familyMore information is included under the topic Early Burshell Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Burshell Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Burshell Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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