There are
1212
Gemmells in the USA
Gemmell is the
21535th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Gemmell

DavidGemmell

David Gemmell was a British author known for his work in the fantasy genre, particularly his novels set in the Drenai and Rigante series.

RickGemmell

Rick Gemmell is a British field hockey player who represented the Great Britain and England national teams during his career, winning multiple titles.

ColinGemmell

Colin Gemmell is a former Scottish rugby union player who represented the national team and played for clubs like Glasgow Hawks and Bristol.

DouglasGemmell

Douglas Gemmell is a Scottish footballer who played as a midfielder for clubs such as St. Mirren, Hearts, and Raith Rovers.

GavinGemmell

Gavin Gemmell is a Scottish rugby union player who has represented clubs like Glasgow Warriors and has played for the Scotland national team.

RobertGemmell

Robert Gemmell is a Scottish former professional footballer who played as a winger for clubs like Ayr United, Queen of the South, and Airdrieonians.

JohnGemmell

John Gemmell is a Scottish former professional footballer who played as a striker for clubs such as Airdrie United, Albion Rovers, and Stenhousemuir.

LeslieGemmell

Leslie Gemmell is a British artist known for his contemporary abstract works that explore the interplay of color, light, and texture.

SallyGemmell

Sally Gemmell is a British automata artist who creates intricate mechanical sculptures and installations that combine art and engineering.

JoshuaGemmell

Joshua Gemmell is a British rock musician who is the lead vocalist and guitarist for the alternative rock band Gemmell.

Gemmell Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Gemmell is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word 'gille maoil,' meaning 'servant of the tonsured one.' It was likely a name given to someone who worked for a religious institution, such as a monastery or church.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Gemmell has a significant presence in Scotland, particularly in the areas of Glasgow, Lanarkshire, and Ayrshire. There are also smaller populations of Gemmells in other parts of the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States.
VariationsVariations of the surname Gemmell include Gamill, Gamwell, and Gammell.
Migration and ImmigrationDue to its Scottish origins, the name Gemmell has primarily been associated with migration and immigration within the United Kingdom and to countries with significant Scottish diaspora populations, such as Canada and the United States.