ELLWOOD
Ellwood
Ellwood is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, which traces its roots back to early medieval England. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Ælfweald," meaning "elf ruler."
Historically, the Ellwood surname has been most commonly found in the regions of Cumbria, Northumberland, and Yorkshire in northern England. Over time, bearers of the surname have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable individuals with the surname Ellwood include the 17th-century Quaker leader Isaac Ellwood, who played a significant role in the development of the Quaker movement in England. The surname has also been associated with various other figures in British history, reflecting the diverse contributions of individuals bearing the Ellwood name.
Today, the Ellwood surname continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, underlining its enduring presence and historical significance.
There are approximately 3,353 people named Ellwood in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,715th most common surname in Britain. Around 51 in a million people in Britain are named Ellwood.
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
- Andrew
- David
- Graham
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Catherine
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jean
- Lesley
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan