indicate the level to which a name has been verified.Type Surname (from location)
Usage English (British)
Other Forms FormsEllerker, Elerker, Ellerkar, Ellarker, Elarker, Ellercker, Elercker, Ellicker, Elicker, Ellickar, Elliker, Elliker
Meaning & History
This surname takes its name from the village of Ellerker in East Yorkshire. It derives from Old English alor “alder” and Old Norse kjarr "marsh, thicket". Mostly found in Yorkshire, notable bearers of this surname include English knight Sir Ralph Ellerker, and English politician Edward Ellerker, both of whom lived during the 16th centuries.