OTTLEY
Ottley
Ottley is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origins. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Ottel", which means "riches" or "prosperity", combined with the suffix "-ley" or "-ly", which denotes a clearing or meadow. The surname Ottley is therefore thought to refer to someone who lived near or in a meadow associated with wealth or good fortune.
The Ottley surname has been mainly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire. Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Ottley have been associated with various occupations and roles within society, including landowners, farmers, and tradespeople.
Over the centuries, the Ottley name has spread to different parts of the British Isles and beyond, with notable Ottley families establishing themselves in areas such as London and Scotland. The surname has also been the source of variant spellings, such as Ottlay and Oatley, reflecting the fluid nature of English surname evolution.
In contemporary times, the Ottley surname continues to be borne by numerous families across the United Kingdom and in different parts of the world, often with diverse ancestral connections and histories. The name remains a testament to the rich tapestry of English surnames and their enduring legacy in modern society.
There are approximately 1,108 people named Ottley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,815th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Ottley.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Edward
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Christine
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joanne
- Karen
- Rachel
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan