Kellogg is an English surname, occupational in origin, referring to a butcher of pigs. It derives from Middle English killen "to kill" and hog "pig, swine, hog", and originally appeared as Kyllehog. The name thus denoted someone who slaughtered pigs for a living, a common trade in medieval England. Over time, the spelling evolved into Kellogg.Notable BearersThe surname Kellogg has been borne by many notable figures, particularly in the United States. Among them are Charles Kellogg, American manufacturer of breakfast cereals and co-founder of the Kellogg Company; his brother John Harvey Kellogg, a physician, eugenicist, and health advocate who promoted wellness practices in Battle Creek, Michigan, and directed the Battle Creek Sanitarium; and Eleanor Kellogg, a missionary and educator. In science, Albert Kellogg (1813–1887) was an American physician and botanist who contributed to the study of flora. In the arts, Fay Kellogg (1871–1918) was a pioneering American architect; Alice De Wolf Kellogg (1862–1900) was an American painter; and Clara Louise Kellogg (1842–1916) was a noted operatic soprano. In sports, Derek Kellogg (born 1973) is an American basketball coach. Also notable is Clark Kellogg (born 1961), a former NBA player and sports broadcaster. W.K. Kellogg (Will Keith Kellogg, 1860–1950) made the name widely known as a pioneer of the breakfast cereal industry, co-founding the Kellogg Company in 1906.Distribution and VariantsThe surname Kellogg is most common in the United States, with a notable concentration in Michigan, particularly around Battle Creek, where the cereal magnates left their mark. Variants of the name include Killhog, Keslake and Kellick; these are rare and reflect regional pronunciations and spelling variations over time.Meaning: Occupational name for a pig butcherOrigin: EnglishType: Surname (occupational)Usage: Predominantly English-speaking regions, especially the United States