Broughall

Broughall is a surname of British origin, primarily found in England. It is a locational surname, derived from a place name.

The name originates from a place in Shropshire, England, specifically the village of Broughall near the town of Market Drayton. The place name itself is believed to be derived from the Old English words broc, meaning "brook" or "stream," and halh, meaning "nook," "corner," or "secret place." Thus, Broughall likely refers to a nook or corner near a brook.

As a surname, Broughall would have been adopted by individuals who lived in or near the village of Broughall and later moved elsewhere, using the place name as a way to identify themselves. Records of the surname date back several centuries in the Shropshire area.

Variations in spelling may exist, although Broughall is the most common form. Individuals bearing this surname are now dispersed across various countries, particularly in regions with significant British diaspora.