ELGEY
Elgey
Elgey is a British surname of English origin. The name is believed to be of locational or topographical origin, derived from the Old English word "ealh," meaning a "temple" or "sanctuary," and the word "ey," indicating an island or dry ground in a fen or marsh.
The first recorded instance of the Elgey surname can be traced back to the county of Nottinghamshire in the East Midlands region of England. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Elgey spread to various parts of the United Kingdom.
Today, individuals with the surname Elgey can be found across the UK and in other English-speaking countries. The name has a historical connection to England and holds significance for those interested in genealogy and family history.
Throughout the centuries, the Elgey surname has evolved and diversified, but it continues to be part of the rich tapestry of British surnames with its own unique history and heritage.
There are approximately 317 people named Elgey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Elgey.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Colin
- Darren
- David
- Gareth
- Ian
- Jason
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Steven
- Terry
Female
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Ir
- Jane
- Judith
- Karen
- Laura
- Mary
- Maureen
- Rebecca
- Samantha