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The last name "Sendall" has its origins in England, specifically deriving from the Old French personal name "Sandel," which itself is a diminutive of "Sand," a name that may have been associated with the occupation of a sand merchant or someone who lived near a sandy area. The name is believed to have first appeared in the medieval period, reflecting the Norman influence on English surnames following the Conquest of 1066. The meaning of "Sendall" is often linked to the characteristics of those who initially bore it, possibly indicating a connection to trade or a specific geographical feature. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions, with some instances of spelling variations such as "Sendall" and "Sendell," though these are less common. The surname is relatively rare today, but it may still be encountered in historical records and genealogical studies, particularly in England and among descendants of English emigrants.