Metcalf

Metcalf is an English surname that originated from a place name in Yorkshire. The name means “meeting place” or “place of assembly.” It has been spelled in various ways throughout history, including Metcalfe, Medcalfe, and Metcalfson. Notable people with the surname Metcalf include American actress Laurie Metcalf and British biologist John Metcalf. The name has also been used for various businesses and organizations. Today, the surname Metcalf is still found primarily in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States and Canada.