ELTRINGHAM
Eltringham
The surname Eltringham is of English origin, primarily found in the northern counties of Northumberland and Durham. It can be traced back to medieval times and is locational in nature, deriving from the hamlet of Eltringham. The origin of the name 'Eltringham' can be broken down etymologically to 'Ella's settlement'.
The Eltringham family name is associated with individuals from various walks of life, including notable figures in the fields of art, literature, and academia. The name has retained a regional prominence in its areas of origin, with families passing down the surname through generations.
In contemporary times, individuals bearing the surname Eltringham can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world due to migration and global connections. As such, the name continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the heritage and lineage of the families that carry it.
There are approximately 700 people named Eltringham in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,701st most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Eltringham.
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
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steven
- Thomas
Female
- Claire
- Dawn
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Joanne
- Judith
- Kate
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rachel
- Susan
- Victoria
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