Bellhouse

Bellhouse is a surname of English origin that is derived from the Old English word bell meaning "bell" and hus meaning "house". The name likely referred to someone who lived near a bell tower or was associated with the occupation of bell-ringing.

History

The surname Bellhouse is thought to have originated in southern England, particularly in counties such as Essex, Kent, and Sussex. The earliest records of the name date back to the 14th century, with variations such as Belhus and Bellehus also appearing in historical documents.

Notable Individuals

  • John Bellhouse (1812–1879) - A Victorian architect known for his work on buildings in London and the southeast of England.

  • Anne Bellhouse (b. 1965) - A British artist known for her contemporary sculptures inspired by nature and the environment.

Distribution

The Bellhouse surname is relatively uncommon in modern times, with most individuals bearing the name residing in the United Kingdom. However, some members of the Bellhouse family have emigrated to countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.

Variations

Variations of the Bellhouse surname include Belhus, Bellehus, and Bellhus.

References

  • Hanks, P., & Hodges, F. (1988). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
  • Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 363 people named Bellhouse in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Bellhouse.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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

  • Andrew
  • Brian
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Martyn
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Thomas
  • Tim

Female

  • Alison
  • Betty
  • Deborah
  • Elizabeth
  • Emily
  • Jane
  • Katy
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Sheila
  • Winifrid

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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