BEELEY
Beeley
Origin and Meaning: Beeley is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from a place name, likely the village of Beeley in Derbyshire, England.
History: The Beeley surname can be traced back to medieval times in England. The first recorded instance of the name dates back to the 13th century.
Distribution: The Beeley surname is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical ties to the name's origin.
Notable Individuals: While not a widely recognized name, there have been individuals with the surname Beeley who have made contributions to various fields.
Coat of Arms: The Beeley coat of arms typically features symbols such as bees or beehives, reflecting the name's origin.
Variants: Variants of the Beeley surname include Beely, Beal(e)y, and Beal(l)y.
References:
- Reaney, Percy H., and Wilson, Richard M. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press, 1997.
- P.H. Beeley & Co. The History and Meaning of Surnames. London: National Archives, 2012.
There are approximately 872 people named Beeley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,206th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Beeley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Benjamin
- Chris
- Christopher
- Craig
- David
- Harvey
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Simon
- Stuart
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jane
- Laura
- Margaret
- Melanie
- Sarah
- Susan
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