CROLY
Croly
Croly is a surname of British origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Crowle" or "Crawley", which means "the crow wood" or "wood frequented by crows". The name is primarily found in various regions across the United Kingdom, with historical records showing concentrations of Croly families in Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset.
The Croly surname has ancient roots and is believed to date back to the medieval period in England, where families bearing this name were typically landowners or farmers. Over the centuries, the name has evolved, and variants such as Crowley or Crawley have emerged.
Croly families have been documented in various historical records, including census data, parish registers, and land deeds. Some notable individuals bearing the Croly surname have made contributions to different fields, including literature, academia, and the arts.
Today, individuals with the surname Croly can be found across the United Kingdom and in countries where British emigrants have settled. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place in British genealogy and heritage.
There are approximately 181 people named Croly in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Croly.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Kevin
- Michael
- Paul
- Rb
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Ann
- Cheryl
- Christina
- Donna
- Elizabeth
- Hannah
- Helen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sandra