There are
2861
Axtells in the USA
Axtell is the
11095th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Axtell

DanielAxtell

Military officer during the English Civil War, known for his involvement in the trial and execution of King Charles I.

WilliamAxtell

English Parliamentarian and Puritan preacher, known for his support of Oliver Cromwell and participation in the trial of Charles I.

JohnAxtell

English settler in colonial America, one of the early inhabitants of Martha's Vineyard, known for his contributions to the island's development.

SamuelAxtell

American-born painter and photographer, known for his landscape paintings capturing the beauty of the American West in the late 19th century.

HaroldAxtell

American politician and lawyer, served as a Congressman from New Jersey in the early 20th century and championed progressive policies.

Axtell Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Axtell likely originates from Old English, derived from the combination of the elements 'æsc' meaning 'ash tree' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'.
Geographic DistributionAxtell is predominantly found in English-speaking countries, especially in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname Axtell include Axstell, Axtil, Axtel, and Axtill.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Axtell have occurred over the centuries, particularly during periods of historical events such as the English Civil War and the colonization of America. People with the surname Axtell migrated to various regions, including Martha's Vineyard in colonial America, as well as other parts of the United States, Canada, and Australia.