ELLISTON
Elliston
Elliston is a surname of English origin that is thought to have originated from two possible sources. One theory suggests that the name may be locational, deriving from Ellastone, a village in Staffordshire. Alternatively, it may have originated as a variant of the name “Elias” or “Ellis”.
The earliest recorded instance of the Elliston surname dates back to the 13th century in the county of Oxfordshire. Over time, the surname has spread throughout the United Kingdom and beyond, with notable concentrations in regions such as Norfolk, Essex, and Kent.
Individuals bearing the Elliston surname have made significant contributions to various fields. For example, during the 19th century, a prominent figure named John Elliston was known for his work as a journalist and editor, contributing to the burgeoning print industry of the time.
Today, the Elliston surname continues to be borne by diverse individuals across the globe, highlighting the rich and varied history of this English surname.
There are approximately 900 people named Elliston in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,023rd most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Elliston.
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
- Bryan
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Emma
- Gemma
- Helen
- Janet
- Juliet
- Leanne
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Sarah
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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