About Metcalfe
The surname Metcalfe is of English origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "mæð" meaning "meadow" and the Old English word "celf" meaning "calf." It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name were from a place called Metcalfe, which likely referred to a meadow where calves were kept. Over time, the surname Metcalfe has become widespread and is now found in various English-speaking countries.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Metcalfe based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Metcalfe in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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