What is "nankivell"

Nankivell is a surname originating from Cornwall. Notable people with the surname include:

• Edward J. Nankivell
• Joice NanKivell Loch, Australian author, journalist and humanitarian worker
• Rex Nan Kivell KCMG (1898–1977), New Zealand-born British art collector
• Gary Nankivell, master optical craftsman from New Zealand. The Nankivell Observatory was named in his honour.
• Frank Arthur Nankivell (1869–1959), Australian artist
• Kevin Nancekivell, English footballer
• Richard Nancekivell, Cornish rugby union player