MAWDSLEY
Mawdsley
Mawdsley is a surname that has its origins in Lancashire, in the North West of England. The name is of Anglo-Saxon descent, derived from the Old English personal name "Maldgils" and the Old Norse word "lēah," meaning "woodland clearing." Over time, the surname evolved into its modern form as Mawdsley.
The Mawdsley family has a long history in Lancashire and is associated with the town of Ormskirk. The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 13th century, where a Thomas de Maudeslegh is mentioned in historical records.
Throughout the centuries, the Mawdsley surname has spread beyond Lancashire to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world, carried by descendants of the original bearers. The name has also undergone variations in spelling, such as Maudsley and Maulsby.
Notable individuals with the surname Mawdsley include scholars, professionals, and artists, contributing to various fields of endeavour. The name continues to be a part of British heritage, reflecting the rich tapestry of surnames that make up the country's diverse genealogical landscape.
There are approximately 2,546 people named Mawdsley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,460th most common surname in Britain. Around 39 in a million people in Britain are named Mawdsley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Joshua
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Steve
Female
- Anne
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan