Sewall
Below 5 births
Below 5 births
About Sewall
A rare, surname style choice, with a hint of Saul, Sol, and Sully about it, Sewall has been notably borne by geneticist Sewall Wright and automobile pioneer Sewall K. Crocker, who made the first successful cross-country automobile trip. It was also the middle name of Louisa May Alcott's younger sister (and the inspiration behind Beth of Little Women), Elizabeth Sewall Alcott, chosen because it was her maternal grandmother's maiden name.
Sewall for boys
Also spelled as Sewell, this English surname likely came from the Middle English given names Saeweald and Sigeweald, meaning "sea power" and "victorious authority" respectively. Another possibility however is that it was adapted from a place name, which likely meant "seven springs".
Sewall for girls
A unique surname style choice, Sewall may appeal to fans of Louisa May Alcott or those looking for a rare sea-inspired option. Also spelled as Sewell, it likely comes from the Middle English given name, Saeweald, meaning "sea power", although alternative theories are that if comes from Sigeweald ("victorious authority") or Saywell (place name meaning "seven spring").
Given to a handful of boys over the years, it was notably the middle name of Louisa May Alcott's younger sister — and the inspiration for the character of Beth March — Elizabeth Sewall Alcott. It was chosen in honor of her maternal grandmother's maiden name.
Pronounced SOO-ul.
As of October 2026, Sewall ranked #4107 for boys in US births in 1919 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |