echells
Echells is a surname of English origin. It is believed to be a topographical or locational surname, deriving from a place name. While specific historical records for the origin of "Echells" are scarce, surnames often arose from features of the landscape or the name of a village or town where an individual or their ancestors lived. Therefore, "Echells" likely refers to a place characterized by some sort of terraces, steps, or sloping ground, as the Old English word "ecels" can relate to such features. Alternatively, it could be derived from a personal name or a variation of a known place name that has evolved over time.
The distribution of the surname Echells has historically been concentrated in certain regions of England, particularly