UK surname
A variant spelling of the surname Ellick or Ellix, derived from a medieval nickname for Alexander.
In the 1881 census there were 46 people recorded with the Ellick surname, ranking it #27,188 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 50, ranked #34,889, down from #27,188 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Darlington, Bonsall and Middlesborough. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Ellick is 139 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 8.7%.
1881 census count
46
Ranked #27,188
Modern count
50
2016, ranked #34,889
Peak year
1861
139 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Ellick surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Ellick surname density by area, 1861 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 38 | #26,502 |
| 1861 | historical | 139 | #16,263 |
| 1881 | historical | 46 | #27,188 |
| 1891 | historical | 28 | #32,046 |
| 1901 | historical | 29 | #30,848 |
| 1911 | historical | 43 | #28,581 |
| 1997 | modern | 47 | #32,975 |
| 1998 | modern | 56 | #32,313 |
| 1999 | modern | 58 | #32,268 |
| 2000 | modern | 61 | #32,039 |
| 2001 | modern | 54 | #32,583 |
| 2002 | modern | 56 | #32,753 |
| 2003 | modern | 65 | #31,979 |
| 2004 | modern | 62 | #32,478 |
| 2005 | modern | 56 | #33,264 |
| 2006 | modern | 58 | #33,433 |
| 2007 | modern | 54 | #34,042 |
| 2008 | modern | 50 | #34,521 |
| 2009 | modern | 50 | #34,663 |
| 2010 | modern | 53 | #34,654 |
| 2011 | modern | 54 | #34,563 |
| 2012 | modern | 46 | #35,053 |
| 2013 | modern | 51 | #34,834 |
| 2014 | modern | 50 | #34,927 |
| 2015 | modern | 49 | #34,946 |
| 2016 | modern | 50 | #34,889 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Darlington, Bonsall, Middlesborough, All Saints Poplar and Brewood. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darlington | Durham |
| 2 | Bonsall | Derbyshire |
| 3 | Middlesborough | Durham |
| 4 | All Saints Poplar | London (East Districts) |
| 5 | Brewood | Staffordshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Ellick surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Ellick, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Ellick surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Ellick household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Ellick is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Ellick is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Ellick, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname ELLICK is believed to have originated in England, likely during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "ealic," meaning "elk" or "stag," suggesting that the earliest bearers of this name may have lived in an area where these animals were prevalent or were involved in hunting or other activities related to elks or stags.
The earliest known record of the ELLICK surname dates back to the 13th century in the county of Wiltshire, where it was spelled "Ellick" or "Elyck." This variation in spelling was common in those times due to the lack of standardized orthography. The name may have originated as a descriptive nickname for someone who lived near a place associated with elks or stags, or it could have been an occupational name for someone involved in hunting or managing these animals.
One of the earliest known references to the ELLICK surname can be found in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, which were records of landowners and their properties compiled during the reign of King Edward I. This document mentions a man named Richard Ellick who held lands in the village of Chippenham, Wiltshire.
In the 14th century, the ELLICK surname started appearing in various parish records and tax rolls across different parts of England, indicating that the name had spread beyond its original region. One notable bearer of this name from this period was John Ellick (c. 1320 - 1388), a prominent merchant and landowner from the city of Bristol.
During the 15th and 16th centuries, the ELLICK surname continued to be found in various records, such as the Lay Subsidy Rolls and the Muster Rolls. One notable figure from this time was William Ellick (c. 1455 - 1522), a wealthy landowner and member of the gentry from the county of Gloucestershire.
In the 17th century, the ELLICK surname appeared in various church records and court documents, indicating its continued presence across England. One notable bearer of this name from this period was Samuel Ellick (1635 - 1710), a renowned scholar and theologian who served as the Rector of St. Peter's Church in Wolverhampton.
Another notable individual with the ELLICK surname was Sir Thomas Ellick (1674 - 1742), a successful merchant and politician who served as the Mayor of Bristol from 1725 to 1726. He was also a member of the British Parliament, representing the city of Bristol in the House of Commons.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Ellick surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Essex leads with 14 Ellicks recorded in 1881 and an index of 15.80x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Essex | 14 | 15.80x |
| Glamorgan | 7 | 8.96x |
| Sussex | 6 | 7.93x |
| Middlesex | 4 | 0.89x |
| Kent | 3 | 1.96x |
| Staffordshire | 3 | 1.98x |
| Devon | 2 | 2.14x |
| Durham | 2 | 1.50x |
| Gloucestershire | 2 | 2.27x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 1.01x |
| Somerset | 1 | 1.38x |
| Westmorland | 1 | 10.14x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. West Ham in Essex leads with 12 Ellicks recorded in 1881 and an index of 61.35x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| West Ham | 12 | 61.35x |
| Briton Ferry | 7 | 752.69x |
| Brighton | 5 | 32.77x |
| Brewood | 3 | 681.82x |
| Bristol St Philip Jacob | 2 | 24.13x |
| Darlington | 2 | 38.84x |
| Folkestone | 2 | 67.34x |
| Poplar London | 2 | 23.61x |
| Appleby St Michael | 1 | 454.55x |
| Barking | 1 | 38.61x |
| Bridgewater | 1 | 51.02x |
| Charlton | 1 | 98.04x |
| Grays Thurrock | 1 | 121.95x |
| Higher Bebington | 1 | 158.73x |
| Mile End Old Town London | 1 | 10.47x |
| Petworth | 1 | 222.22x |
| Plymouth Charles The | 1 | 24.33x |
| Plymouth St Andrew | 1 | 13.89x |
| St George Martyr London | 1 | 109.89x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Ellick surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Ellick surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Ellick households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 13 |
| Labourer | 4 |
| Annuitant | 1 |
| Charing | 1 |
| Farm Labourer | 1 |
| General Labourer | 1 |
| Groom N D | 1 |
| Journeyman Brass Finisher | 1 |
| Jute Worker | 1 |
| Mariner | 1 |
| Monthly Nurse | 1 |
| No Profession | 1 |
| Pudler In Iron Works | 1 |
| Pudler In Iron Works Wife | 1 |
| Retired Draper | 1 |
| Retired Grocer | 1 |
| Ward Room Steward | 1 |
| Whicker Shoe Maker | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 46 people were recorded with the Ellick surname. That placed it at #27,188 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 50 in 2016. That gives Ellick a modern rank of #34,889.
A variant spelling of the surname Ellick or Ellix, derived from a medieval nickname for Alexander.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Ellick bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.