TheNameDBRiddel
OtherMeaning
Possibly derived from a place name or a variant of names related to 'riddle' or a topographic feature.
Etymology
May stem from Middle English 'riddle' (a sieve or a puzzle) or from a place name. The exact etymology is uncertain and requires further research.
About the Riddel Surname
An English or Scottish surname with uncertain etymology, possibly occupational or topographic. The name appears sporadically in historical records.
Distribution
Found in England, Scotland, and English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Unknown