Wellington

Topographic

Meaning

A person from Wellington, a place name meaning 'the settlement of Weola's people' or 'wealthy settlement.'

Etymology

Derived from the Old English personal name 'Weola' combined with '-ing' (people of) and '-ton' (settlement), referring to multiple places named Wellington in England. The surname became hereditary among those from these locations.

About the Wellington Surname

A prominent topographic surname derived from multiple English place names, most famously associated with the Duke of Wellington. The name reflects the English tradition of deriving surnames from place of origin.

Distribution

Found throughout English-speaking countries, with particularly strong presence in England, Australia, and New Zealand.

Notable Bearers

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (British military leader), Sheena Easton (born Sheena Shirley Easton, Scottish singer)

People with the Wellington Surname

H.G. Wellington