Allis

The surname Allis is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name "Ellis", which itself is a form of the name "Elijah". The name "Ellis" was a popular personal name in medieval England and Wales, and it gradually evolved into a hereditary surname.

The variations of the surname Allis include Alliss, Allis, Allise, Allissie, and Alise, among others. The name has its roots in Old English, with "æl", meaning "foreigner" or "other", and "is", which is a diminutive suffix.

Historically, the Allis family has been associated with various regions of England, including Wales, the West Midlands, and the surrounding areas. The name is widely distributed throughout the country, with concentrations in regions where the name has had a long presence.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Allis include artists, scholars, and professionals across various fields. The name Allis continues to be passed down through generations, sustaining the rich heritage and familial connections that are hallmarks of British surnames.

There are approximately 247 people named Allis in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Allis.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • David
  • Gary
  • James
  • Jeremy
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • William

Female

  • Ann
  • Christine
  • Gillian
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Kirsty
  • Margaret
  • Marilyn
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Suzanne
  • Tracey
  • Valerie
  • Zoe

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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