FURLEY
Furley
The surname Furley is of English origin, believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Fugel", meaning bird, with the addition of the suffix "-ley", denoting a clearing or field. The surname is primarily found in the southeast of England, particularly in Kent.
The first recorded instance of the surname Furley dates back to the early 13th century, where a Roger de Fugel was mentioned in the Curia Regis Rolls of Kent in 1205. The name has since undergone variations in spelling over the centuries, including Fugle, Fugely, Furgal, and Furgalay, before eventually settling on Furley.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Furley include the distinguished British diplomat Sir John William Furley (1836–1912), known for his service in the diplomatic corps and his philanthropic contributions to society.
The Furley surname has maintained a presence in Britain, with descendants continuing to uphold the family name and its legacy.
There are approximately 388 people named Furley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Furley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Paul
- Robert
- Scott
- Stephen
Female
- Barbara
- Claire
- Joyce
- Julia
- Karen
- Lisa
- Maxine
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah