TheNameDBWells
MasculineMeaning
From the wells; one who lives by a spring or well.
Etymology
Wells derives from the Old English 'wella,' meaning 'spring' or 'well,' and originally referred to someone who lived near or worked with wells. It became established as both a surname and given name.
About the Name Wells
Wells is primarily known as a surname, though it is occasionally used as a given name. It carries associations with water, natural springs, and English geography.