This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: matt2819 Surnames: Steele Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.steele/3040.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: You might start checking in Ireland.... my research indicates the Steeles began in Ireland/Scotland and some immigrated to America and some were sent to Austrialia on prison ships. Hope this helps. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.