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.
Typical given names associated with the Elmes 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
Similar and related surnames
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Did you know?
According to a survey carried out by Democracy Club, politicians and candidates with the surname Elmes are most likely to say that their favourite biscuit is a Jammie Dodger.
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
Famous people named Elmes
- Vic Elmes - Musician (1947 to 2017)
- Harvey Lonsdale Elmes - Architect (1814 to 1847)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.