HATHERLY
Hatherly
Hatherly is a surname of English origin, deriving from a locational name. The name is believed to have originated from the place called Hatherleigh, located in Devonshire, England. The first part of the name, hæðer, comes from the Old English word for "heather," which is a type of flowering plant commonly found in moorlands. The second part, leah, means "meadow" or "forest clearing." Therefore, Hatherly can be interpreted to mean "heather meadow."
The surname Hatherly is considered to be relatively rare, with most bearers being found in the United Kingdom, particularly in the south-western region. Over time, the name has spread to other English-speaking countries, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, due to migration patterns.
Notable individuals with the surname Hatherly include (provide examples if known). The genealogy of the Hatherly family has been traced through historical records and is an area of interest for those studying English surnames and family histories.
The coat of arms associated with the Hatherly surname features distinctive heraldic symbols that represent the family's values, history, and accomplishments.
In modern times, individuals bearing the surname Hatherly continue to contribute to various fields of endeavour, adding to the legacy of this ancient and storied name.
References:
- P. H. Reaney, "A Dictionary of English Surnames"
- H. Harrison, "Surnames of the United Kingdom: A Concise Etymological Dictionary"
There are approximately 284 people named Hatherly in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Hatherly.
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- John
- Kirk
- Matthew
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Peter
- Steven
- Victor
Female
- Amy
- Ann
- Betty
- Diana
- Elizabeth
- Jasmine
- June
- Karen
- Samantha
- Sandra
- Sara
- Sarah
- Sophie
Similar and related surnames
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