Aykroyd

Aykroyd is a surname of English origin. It is one of several variant spellings of the name Ackroyd, and is related to other forms such as Ayckroyd and Akroyd. Surname distributions historically show concentrations in parts of England, with later migration to North America and other English-speaking regions.

Dan Aykroyd is a Canadian-American actor, comedian, musician, and writer best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and for starring in popular films such as Ghostbusters and The Blues Brothers. He has also pursued music projects and business ventures, including co-founding the House of Blues venues.

Peter Aykroyd is a Canadian actor and comedian, and the brother of Dan Aykroyd. He was a cast member on Saturday Night Live and has worked on various television and film projects. The surname remains most widely recognized in connection with these figures.