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Origin of powell Total Records: 3  Origin of powell, Meaning of powell Origin: This information is regarding the Welsh origins of the name. The name 'Powell' is said to have been derived from 'Ap Howell' meaning 'son of Howell'. It is found in ancient records in the variants listed above and Powell is the generally accepted form today. Surnames: Poell, Pouall, Poul, Powal, Powel, Powell, Powle Submitted by: Leeanne White Origin of powell, Meaning of powell Origin: powell is a swedish name Surnames: powell Submitted by: Origin of powell, Meaning of powell Origin: The spelling of Powell is a contraction of Ap Howell or Ap Hywel. The name is said to have the meaning "Son of the Servant of St. Paul." See Luke for a statement by Jesus "He who would be king must first be servant to all." Surnames: Powell Submitted by: 11/21/2009 3:42 PM Page 1 of 1

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