ELIE

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Elie

Elie is a surname of Scottish origin, primarily found in the region of Fife. The name is derived from the town of Elie in the East Neuk of Fife, which itself is believed to have been named after the Irish princess Eilidh. The surname first emerged as a locational surname, indicating that the bearers hailed from or resided near the town of Elie.

The early recorded instances of the surname Elie date back to the 17th century in Scotland. Over time, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as families migrated for various reasons such as employment opportunities, trade, or military service.

In modern times, individuals with the surname Elie can be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries. The name has maintained its Scottish roots and continues to be associated with families of Scottish descent.

Variants of the surname Elie may include different spellings such as Ely, Eley, or Ellie, reflecting the various ways in which the name has been recorded in historical documents.

As with many surnames, the history and significance of the Elie surname provide a glimpse into the ancestral heritage and geographic origins of the families who bear it.

There are approximately 181 people named Elie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Elie.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: France

Language of origin: French

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Anthony
Cecil
Dean
Francis
Glen
Glenworth
Jason
Jean-claude
Julius
Lawrence
Nathan
Peter
Roy
Stephen

Female

Beverley
Chantelle
Chloe
Christine
Jean
Mary
Sarah
Tara
Valerie
Yvonne
Zoe

Similar and related surnames

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