SELLEK
Sellek
Sellek is a fairly uncommon British surname with roots that can be traced back to medieval England. The name Sellek is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "sael" meaning "hall" or "dwelling" and the suffix "-ac", denoting a place or topographical feature, indicating that the surname may have originally referred to someone who lived near or in a hall.
The Sellek surname is primarily found in certain regions of England, with historical records showing concentrations in areas such as East Anglia and the West Midlands. Over the years, variations of the name such as Sellik or Sellack have also been recorded.
Individuals with the Sellek surname have likely been part of various professions and social classes throughout history, with occupations ranging from labourers to merchants. The name may have undergone changes in spelling or pronunciation over time due to regional dialects and variations in literacy.
Today, the Sellek surname continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and genealogy. Variants of the name may exist due to factors like migration, marriage, and natural linguistic evolution.
There are approximately 97 people named Sellek in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Sellek.
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
- Alan
- Guy
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Nicholas
- Peter
- Robert
- Roger
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Amanda
- Amelia
- Angela
- Claire
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Lydia
- Pamela
- Rachelle
- Shirley
- Susan
- Thelma
- Zoe
Similar and related surnames
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