MADELEY
Madeley
Madeley is a surname of English origin, traditionally associated with the West Midlands region of England. The name is derived from the Old English words "mād" meaning 'assembly' or 'meeting place' and "lēah" meaning 'clearing' or 'woodland', suggesting a possible meaning of 'clearing for assemblies'.
The Madeley surname is believed to have originated as a locational surname, referring to individuals who lived in or near a place called Madeley. There are several places in England with the name Madeley, including Madeley in Shropshire and Staffordshire.
Historically, the Madeley surname may have been linked to individuals who played a role in local assemblies or community gatherings. The name could also have been used to identify those who resided near or owned land in the areas named Madeley.
Over time, the Madeley surname has been passed down through generations, becoming a distinctive family name. It has spread beyond its original geographic roots and can now be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and around the world, carried by individuals whose ancestors may have hailed from the West Midlands region.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation have occurred over the centuries, leading to different forms of the name such as Madley or Madely. The Madeley surname continues to be a part of British and global genealogical records, reflecting the diverse and interconnected nature of family histories.
There are approximately 1,965 people named Madeley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,262nd most common surname in Britain. Around 30 in a million people in Britain are named Madeley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Darren
- David
- Graham
- Ian
- Ivor
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Janet
- Joan
- Karen
- Linda
- Nicola
- Ns
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey