HOBLEY
Hobley
The surname "Hobley" is of English origin and has been documented since medieval times. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English personal name "Hubba," meaning bright mind or intellect, combined with the suffix "-ley," indicating a clearing in a forest or meadow.
Historically, the Hobley family was predominantly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in the regions of Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. Members of the Hobley lineage were often associated with agricultural or landowning activities.
Throughout the centuries, the name has evolved in spelling, with variations such as Hobbie, Hobly, and Hobby being recorded in historical documents. The Hobley surname has spread across the United Kingdom and beyond, with descendants establishing themselves in other parts of the world through migration.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Hobley have made contributions in various fields such as academia, law, business, and the arts. Family genealogy and heraldic research continue to shed light on the history and heritage of the Hobley name.
There are approximately 672 people named Hobley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,992nd most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Hobley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
Female
- Dominique
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jane
- Janet
- Jean
- Julie
- Laura
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah