What is "aykroyd"

Aykroyd is an English surname. Notable people with the surname include:

• Dan Aykroyd (born 1952), Canadian comedian, actor, screenwriter and musician; brother of Peter
• James P. Aykroyd (1810–1835), early American composer, music teacher, musician
• Peter Aykroyd, Canadian comedian, actor, screenwriter and musician; brother of Dan
• William Aykroyd, 1st Baronet OStJ (1865–1947), English woollen and carpet manufacturer