About the Ellett Surname

Bearers of the name Ellett share their surname's story with Elliott, its better-known spelling. It is a place-based name: “From the personal name Elias or Elliot”.

• The same family of names includes Elliot and Eliot.
• Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms.
• Before spelling was fixed, Elliott was also written Ellett.

Ellett coat of arms

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Elliott surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. Research your Ellett family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.