ELMES
Elmes
Elmes is a British surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "elm", which refers to the elm tree. The surname is likely to have been used to describe someone who lived near an elm tree or who worked with elm wood.
The Elmes surname has been present in England for centuries, with records dating back to the 13th century. The name has been found in various regions across the country, including Hampshire, Kent, and London.
One notable figure with the Elmes surname is Frederick Elmes, a renowned British cinematographer known for his work on various films in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Today, the surname Elmes continues to be found in the United Kingdom and other parts of the world, carried by individuals who bear a connection to its historical roots in England.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 1,443 people named Elmes in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,521st most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Elmes.
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
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Amanda
- Elizabeth
- Julie
- Karen
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Patricia
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan