Origin and History of VAMURVELLI

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The surname Murvell is of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word ‘morfelle’ which means ‘sea-bird’. The name is thought to have originated from a family living near the sea who were associated with sea-birds. It is also thought to be a variation of the surname Marvell, which is derived from the Old French word ‘marveille’ meaning ‘wonder’. The surname is first recorded in the 13th century in the records of the English county of Norfolk. It is also found in the records of the city of London in the 15th century. The Murvell surname is found throughout England, particularly in the East Midlands, East Anglia, and the North East. It is also found in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Variations of the name include Murvill, Murvele, Murveil, and Murvall.