BUTTERLY
Butterly
Butterly is a surname of British origin, which has a long and rich history. The name is believed to be of locational origin, deriving from places named "Butterley" or "Butterley Hall" found in various regions across England.
The name "Butterly" may have its roots in Middle English, with "buter" meaning butter and "leah" meaning a clearing or meadow. This suggests that the name could have originally been associated with someone who lived or worked near a buttery meadow.
The first recorded instance of the surname Butterly in historical documents dates back to the early 16th century. Over the centuries, the surname has spread geographically, with Butterlys found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Individuals bearing the surname Butterly have made contributions to a wide range of fields, including academia, the arts, sports, and more. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place as a distinctive marker of heritage and familial ties.
In contemporary times, those with the surname Butterly can be found across the globe, retaining a connection to their British roots and the history associated with the name.
There are approximately 274 people named Butterly in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Butterly.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- David
- Dell
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Michael
- Patrick
- Peter
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Angela
- Catherine
- Claire
- Linda
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Sharon
- Sheila
- Susan
- Tracy
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.