NAYLER
Nayler:
Nayler is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin deriving from the Old English pre 7th Century personal name Aegel. The name is occupational, representing the job title for a contractor of nails, gradually becoming Nayler through phonetic evolution over the centuries.
The earliest recordings of the Nayler surname date back to the 14th century in England. John le Naylour was recorded in the records of the county of Devon in the year 1321. The Nayler family had scattered across various regions of England, with concentrations in the counties of Devon, Somerset, and Yorkshire.
During the medieval and early modern periods, members of the Nayler family would have likely been involved in the construction or carpentry trades, responsible for creating and installing nails in buildings, ships, and other wooden structures. The surname Nayler may have been passed down through generations within families engaged in this occupation.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Nayler include James Nayler (1618–1660), a prominent figure in the Quaker movement in the 17th century. James Nayler faced persecution for his unconventional religious beliefs and actions.
The Nayler surname continues to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and in regions settled by British emigrants around the world, particularly in former British colonies.
The historical significance of the Nayler surname reflects both the occupational origins of the name and the diverse paths that individuals bearing this surname have taken over the centuries, contributing to the rich tapestry of British history and culture.
There are approximately 440 people named Nayler in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Nayler.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Chris
- Clive
- Daryl
- David
- Gary
- Gavin
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- Steve
- Timothy
Female
- Carol
- Elizabeth
- Joanne
- Karen
- Katherine
- Kirsten
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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