ELSMORE
Elsmore
Elsmore is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the United Kingdom. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English words "æl", meaning "elder tree", and "mor", meaning "moor" or "marsh". Therefore, the surname Elsmore likely referred to someone who lived near or owned land with elder trees.
The earliest records of the Elsmore surname date back to the Middle Ages in England, predominantly in the counties of Cheshire and Shropshire. Over the centuries, branches of the Elsmore family spread to other parts of the UK and the British Empire.
Individuals bearing the surname Elsmore have been noted in various historical records, including census reports, birth and marriage records, and military documents. The name has also been found in local histories and genealogical records, indicating the presence of the Elsmore family in different regions and their contributions to society.
Today, the Elsmore surname continues to be borne by individuals in the UK and across the world, maintaining a connection to its English roots. The name serves as a reminder of the history and heritage of the Elsmore family and its place in the broader tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 900 people named Elsmore in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,023rd most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Elsmore.
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
- Christopher
- David
- Jason
- John
- Jonathan
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Ann
- Carol
- Christine
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Julie
- Karen
- Katherine
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan
- Wendy