Ellerbeck

Ellerbeck is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Aelfhere," which means "noble army." The addition of "beck" is likely a reference to a stream or streamside, as "beck" is a common element in place names throughout England.

While the exact origins of the Ellerbeck surname are unclear, it is believed to have originated in the Yorkshire region of England. The name may have been given to individuals who lived near a stream called Eller Beck or were associated with the Ellerbeck area.

Over the centuries, individuals bearing the Ellerbeck surname have spread throughout the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to various fields and industries. The surname may have undergone spelling variations due to dialectal differences and clerical errors in records.

Today, the Ellerbeck surname continues to be found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical connections to Yorkshire. Individuals with the Ellerbeck surname have diverse family histories and may have ancestral ties to specific localities or communities.

Researching the Ellerbeck surname can provide insights into the history and genealogy of families bearing this name, shedding light on their ancestral origins and connections to specific regions of England.

There are approximately 197 people named Ellerbeck in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Ellerbeck.

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

  • Anthony
  • Chris
  • Connor
  • David
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Kevin
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stefan
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amanda
  • Cerys
  • Emma
  • Jane
  • Janice
  • Katie
  • Lilian
  • Lucy
  • Lynn
  • Martine
  • Maureen
  • Michelle
  • Tania
  • Vera

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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