CLULEY
Cluley
Cluley is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The name is believed to have medieval roots, derived from the Old English personal name "Clyge" or "Clūd", meaning a cliff or a slope, and the suffix "-ley" denoting a clearing or a meadow.
The earliest recordings of the surname Cluley date back to the 16th century in the county of Worcestershire, indicating that it is a name of ancient English lineage. Over the centuries, the Cluley family has been associated with various professions and trades, including agriculture, textiles, and carpentry.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Cluley have made contributions in different fields, from academics to the arts. The name Cluley continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its distinct presence in the British genealogical landscape.
In modern times, the surname Cluley can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by individuals who proudly bear the heritage and legacy associated with this ancient English name.
There are approximately 327 people named Cluley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Cluley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Grahame
- Heath
- John
- Michael
- Mike
- Niall
- Nick
- Paul
- Raymond
- Richard
- Robert
- Ross
- Simon
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Anita
- Anne
- Christine
- Emma
- Larissa
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Susan