Keel

The surname Keel is of English origin, deriving from the Old English word “cyln,” meaning “narrow strip of land.” It is believed to have originally been a topographic name for someone who lived on a strip of land. Variations of the surname include Keal, Keil, Keill, and Kiel. Today, the Keel surname can be found around the world, with notable individuals bearing the name including American football player Kenjon Barner and musician Scott Keel.