Stedall

Stedall is a surname of English origin. It is a locational name derived from a place, or places, named "Steddale" or similar. The name likely indicates a valley or dale belonging to, or associated with, a "Stead" (Old English stede), meaning a place, a settlement, or a farm. Therefore, the meaning of the surname is roughly "dweller in, or from, the dale associated with a farm or settlement."

The surname Stedall is relatively uncommon. Variations of the name may include Steedall and Steddall. Early examples of the surname and its variations can be found in historical records such as parish registers and census data, primarily in England. Genealogical research can provide more detailed information about the history and distribution of families bearing the Stedall surname.