Eslick

Eslick is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English word "æsc" which means "ash tree" and "leah" which means "woodland clearing". This suggests that the initial bearers of the surname may have resided near or in an area with ash trees.

The Eslick surname is relatively rare and is primarily found in certain regions of England, such as the West Midlands. Over time, some bearers of the Eslick surname may have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom or overseas.

Like many surnames, Eslick has gone through variations in spelling over the centuries, such as Easlick and Esklick, due to factors like illiteracy and dialectal differences.

Individuals bearing the Eslick surname may have a diverse range of occupations and backgrounds, reflecting the varied nature of British society.

Overall, the Eslick surname carries a sense of heritage and history, connecting bearers to their ancestors and the places they once called home.

There are approximately 162 people named Eslick in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Eslick.

Origin: Anglo-Saxon

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

  • Christopher
  • David
  • Frank
  • Ian
  • John
  • Julian
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard

Female

  • Barbara
  • Caroline
  • Clara
  • Elizabeth
  • Fiona
  • Gemma
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jean
  • Juliette
  • Lorraine
  • Louise
  • Nadia
  • Nicola
  • Valerie

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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