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Where does the surname Churchill originate from?

I didn't really know my father but i know his name was Spencer Churchill, could anyone help to let me know where the surname 'Churchill' originates? It sounds english but im not really sure, can anyone help?


Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Have a look at the links I have posted for you each link has a different fact about the "Churchill" surname.
http://www.ancestry.com/learn/facts/fact...
http://www.ancestry.com/learn/facts/fact...
http://www.ancestry.com/learn/facts/fact...
http://www.ancestry.com/learn/facts/fact...
http://www.houseofnames.com/fc.asp?sid=&...
I think your family motto on the last link is quite interesting,
"fiel pero disdichado" which translates to "faithful though unfortunate", hope thats what you were looking for.