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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