History: The surname Hall is of Anglo-Celtic origin, derived from the Middle English word “hall,” indicating someone who lived in or worked in a hall or manor house. The name is prevalent in English-speaking countries, including the United States, where it ranks as the 30th most common surname, and England, where it is the 20th most common surname. Notable individuals with this surname include:

  • Arsenio Hall: American actor, comedian, and television host.
  • Charles Martin Hall: American chemist and inventor of the Hall-Héroult process for aluminum extraction. ([discover.23andme.com](https://discover.23andme.com/last-name/Hall?utm_source=openai))