ELSE
Else
Else is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Middle English word "elles" which means 'other' or 'different'. It is believed to have been used in the past as a nickname for someone who was seen as different or unique in some way.
The surname Else is most commonly found in the southern region of England, particularly in the counties of Essex and Kent. It is thought to have originated in these areas before spreading to other parts of the country.
Famous bearers of the surname Else include British composer and conductor, Peter Else, and British mathematician and physicist, William Else. The name has also been documented in various historical records dating back several centuries.
Variants of the surname Else include Els, Ellis, and Elsey. The name has retained its popularity in modern times and continues to be passed down through generations of British families.
There are approximately 1,928 people named Else in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,345th most common surname in Britain. Around 30 in a million people in Britain are named Else.
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
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Gemma
- Helen
- Julie
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Penelope
- Sarah
- Susan
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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