BOTTOMLEY
Bottomley
Bottomley is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "botm" meaning bottom and "lēah" meaning wood or clearing. It is a toponymic surname, indicating that the original bearer lived near or by the bottom of a wood or clearing.
Origins:
The surname Bottomley has early origins in Yorkshire, particularly in the West Yorkshire region. It is believed that the surname originated from the villages of either Great Bottomley or Little Bottomley in the West Riding of Yorkshire.
Notable Individuals:
- Arthur Bottomley (1917-1995): A prominent British Labour Party politician who served as a Member of Parliament and held various ministerial positions.
- Gordon Bottomley (1874-1948): A noted poet and playwright known for his work in the early 20th century English literature.
Variants:
Variants of the Bottomley surname include "Bottomly" and "Botley".
Heraldry:
The Bottomley family crest typically features symbols associated with strength, loyalty, and the English countryside.
References:
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
The Bottomley surname holds historical significance within the English cultural landscape, with notable individuals contributing to various fields of literature, politics, and beyond.
There are approximately 5,592 people named Bottomley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,692nd most common surname in Britain. Around 86 in a million people in Britain are named Bottomley.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
Female
- Ann
- Deborah
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Joan
- Julie
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Virginia