STELFOX
Stelfox
Stelfox is a English surname with origins dating back to medieval times, believed to have been derived from the Old English personal name "Styalfor", meaning "steep passage". The name is thought to have originated in the North of England, particularly in regions such as Yorkshire and Lancashire.
The surname Stelfox has been recorded in various spellings over the centuries including Stalfagh, Stalfach, Stalfax, and Stelfex. The name is most commonly found in the northern counties of England, although its distribution has spread throughout the country and beyond with migration and dispersal of families.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Stelfox include Thomas Stelfox, a prominent businessman in the 19th century, and Sarah Stelfox, a renowned academic in the field of archaeology.
The Stelfox name has a rich history and continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 439 people named Stelfox in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Stelfox.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Antony
- Barry
- Colin
- David
- James
- John
- Ken
- Mark
- Martin
- Paul
- Peter
- Tony
Female
- Amy
- Christine
- Jeanette
- Margaret
- Mary
- Paula
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Sue
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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