ELRICK
Elrick
Surname: Elrick
Origin: Scottish, English
Meaning: The surname Elrick is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English and Old Norse personal name "Aelfric," which means "elf ruler". Over time, this personal name evolved into the surname Elrick.
Distribution: The surname Elrick is relatively rare and is most commonly found in Scotland and some parts of England.
History: The surname Elrick traces its roots back to medieval times in Scotland and England. It is believed that individuals with the surname Elrick were likely descended from families with a leader or ruler role in society, possibly demonstrating prowess, wisdom, or influence.
Variants: Variants of the surname Elrick include Elrich, Elric, and Allrich.
Famous Individuals: While the surname Elrick may not be associated with any widely-known figures, there are likely many individuals with the name who have made contributions within their communities or in various fields.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1995). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 1,193 people named Elrick in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,455th most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Elrick.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Colin
- David
- Gary
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Robert
- William
Female
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Karen
- Lesley
- Linda
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Rosalind
- Susan