Greely

Greely is a British surname with origins dating back to the medieval period. The name is believed to be of Norse or Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "græg," meaning grey. This suggests that the surname may have originally been used to describe someone with grey hair or a grey complexion.

The Greely surname is most commonly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over the centuries, the Greely family has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with descendants now residing in various countries around the world.

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Today, the Greely surname continues to be passed down through generations, carrying with it a rich history and heritage of the British Isles.

There are approximately 79 people named Greely in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Greely.

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