There are
752
Wells in the USA
Well is the
30916th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Well

H.G.Wells

H.G. Wells was an English writer and philosopher best known for his science fiction novels, including 'The War of the Worlds' and 'The Time Machine'.

MaeWest

Mae West was an American actress, singer, and playwright known for her sensual and comedic performances, as well as her bold and witty persona.

OrsonWelles

Orson Welles was an American actor, director, and producer who is considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. He directed and starred in 'Citizen Kane'.

HaleyJoel

Haley Joel Osment is an American actor known for his role as Cole Sear in the supernatural thriller film 'The Sixth Sense', for which he received an Academy Award nomination.

RaquelWelch

Raquel Welch is an American actress and sex symbol who gained fame for her role in the film 'One Million Years B.C.'. She has appeared in numerous films and TV shows.

OrsonWells

Orson Wells was an American actor, director, and producer who is considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. He directed and starred in 'Citizen Kane'.

HalleBerry

Halle Berry is an American actress and former fashion model. She is known for her roles in films such as 'Monster's Ball', for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress.

SamuelWells

Samuel Wells is a prominent British theologian and author who has written extensively on the intersection of Christian ethics, spirituality, and society.

VeraMiles

Vera Miles is an American actress who appeared in numerous films during the 1950s and 1960s, including 'Psycho' directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

KittyWells

Kitty Wells was an American country music singer who is considered one of the pioneering female artists in the genre. She had a string of hits in the 1950s and 1960s.

Well Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Well' is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word 'welle', meaning 'well' or 'spring'. It was likely used as a topographic name for someone who lived near a well or spring.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Well' is not as common as some other surnames, but it can be found in various English-speaking countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Well' include 'Wells', 'Wellspring', 'Wellington', 'Weller', 'Wellsman', 'Welsch', 'Welsh', 'Wellswood', 'Wellman', and 'Weld'.
Migration and ImmigrationThere is limited information available on the migration and immigration patterns of people with the surname 'Well'. However, like many English surnames, it is likely that people with the surname 'Well' have migrated to various countries throughout history.