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  • Distribution of Blackwell Families in England and Wales in 1891

Origin of Blackwell Total Records: 1  Origin of Blackwell, Meaning of Blackwell Origin: Originally from Scotland, before the use of surnames, they were the "People of the Black Well". Wells were healing and sacred places and so the people who were caretakers had a holy job. There were several black wells, one the well of St. Margaret, which was a healing place. Surnames: Blackwell Submitted by: 11/23/2008 8:43 PM Page 1 of 1

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