OLLEY
Olley
The surname Olley is of English origin, believed to have derived from the Middle English personal name "Olave", a variant of the name Olaf. Olaf itself is of Old Norse and Old Danish origin, meaning "ancestor's descendant" or "forefather".
The Olley surname is primarily found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical Viking influences such as Yorkshire and East Anglia. Variants of the surname include Olly, Ollie, and Oley.
Individuals bearing the Olley surname have contributed to various fields over the years, including business, politics, and the arts. The name has been linked to notable historical figures as well as modern-day personalities.
Today, the Olley surname continues to be passed down through generations, with bearers often tracing their ancestry back to regions with Viking heritage. The name serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural influences that have shaped British society over the centuries.
There are approximately 2,066 people named Olley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,106th most common surname in Britain. Around 32 in a million people in Britain are named Olley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
- Trevor
Female
- Brenda
- Jane
- Julie
- Karyn
- Lisa
- Louise
- Margaret
- Marianne
- Maureen
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan