Eskelins
Eskelins is a surname of Norse origin. It is believed to derive from the Old Norse personal name Eskil, which itself is a combination of the elements "áss" meaning "god" and "ketill" meaning "kettle" or "helmet." Therefore, Eskelins can be interpreted as "son of Eskil" or "descendant of Eskil." The name's prevalence suggests it originated in Scandinavia, likely Norway or Sweden, before spreading through migration and settlement.
Historically, the surname appears in various Scandinavian records, often associated with rural communities and farming families.