EDGLEY
Edgley
Edgley is a surname of English origin. It is derived from Old English words meaning "wood" and "clearing," suggesting that the original bearers of the name may have lived near or in a cleared woodland area.
The surname Edgley is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in the English regions of Lancashire, Yorkshire, and Norfolk. Over the centuries, bearers of the name have spread to other parts of the country and the world.
Notable individuals with the surname Edgley include British actress Virginia Hey, who portrayed the character of Pa'u Zotoh Zhaan in the science fiction television series "Farscape."
The coat of arms associated with the Edgley surname typically features symbols associated with strength, fortitude, and familial loyalty.
In contemporary times, the Edgley surname continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and genealogy.
There are approximately 975 people named Edgley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,519th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Edgley.
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
- Anthony
- Colin
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
- Steven
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Joanne
- Judith
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Samantha
- Shirley
- Susan