ELGER
Elger
The British surname Elger is of Old English origin, derived from the personal name Aelfgar, which means "elf-spear" or "elf-spearman." The name originated in the medieval period and is believed to have been used to describe someone who either had a connection to elves or was skilled in the use of a spear.
The surname Elger is relatively rare and is primarily found in the south of England, particularly in counties such as Kent and Essex. Variants of the name include Elgar and Alger.
Notable individuals with the surname Elger include Frederick Elger (1820–1897), a British selenographer known for his lunar observations and maps, and Nigel Elger (born 1963), a British former rugby union player who represented England at international level.
The Elger surname has a long history in Britain and continues to be passed down through generations, connecting present-day bearers with their ancestors and heritage.
Typical given names associated with the Elger surname
Male
- Alan
- David
Female
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 90 people named Elger in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Elger.
