Summary

The surname Eggleston is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is derived from a place called Egglestone in the county of Durham, England. It is believed to have been a habitational name for someone who lived near a stone ground down by a water wheel, from the Old English words eglon, meaning 'whetstone', and stan, meaning 'stone'. The surname has a long history and was first recorded in the 13th century.
There are
10057
Egglestons in the USA
Eggleston is the
3550th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Eggleston

JosephEggleston

General in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War and a prominent military strategist.

JosephJ.

American mathematician known for his contributions to the field of numerical analysis and applied mathematics.

SarahEggleston

American artist known for her contemporary abstract paintings and mixed media artworks.

ThomasEggleston

Pioneer settler in Australia and one of the first European landowners of the Adelaide Plains in South Australia.

WilliamEggleston

American photographer renowned for his vivid color photographs documenting the American South during the 20th century.

Eggleston Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Eggleston is of English origin.
Geographic DistributionEggleston is primarily associated with the United Kingdom and the United States.
VariationsVariations of the surname Eggleston include Egglestone, Egleston, and Egelston.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of Eggleston individuals have occurred over time and across various locations due to factors such as economic opportunities, family reasons, and exploration.