Definite Origin of Varnell surname?
For most of my life, I have been trying to discover the definite origin of the Varnell surname.I have heard many different explanations, some more seeming more sensible than others. Here is what I know so far:
I was always told by my grandfather that Varnell has Scot-Irish origins. I have found some evidence supporting this (Gaelic-Irish "Farnell" and English "Farnwell" or "Fernwell"). One of my other relatives suggested that these decendents came from Europe and settled in the southeast, possible TN.
However, my grandfather had also heard at some point that we have French-Huguenot ancestors as well. I have never been able to find any evidence to support a French line of Varnells.
Strangely enough, on a trip to Italy with my father, I stumbled upon a variation of the name on a small pennant in a restaurant. It was spelled "Varnelli".So, now I am truly mystified as to the true origin of the name.
I know the origins of every surname in my family except my own.Although I am leaning heavily towards the Scot-Irish origin, I have found the definite answer to be terribly elusive.I've read through all of these postings on Geneology.com, but none of them go back far enough.
Does anyone out there know the definite origin of the Varnell surname???
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