Plumley

Plumley is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English words "plum," meaning plum tree, and "leah," meaning wood or clearing. The surname likely originated as a locational name for an individual who lived near a plum tree or plum orchard.

The Plumley surname is most commonly found in the English counties of Cheshire and Shropshire, indicating the likely geographic origins of the name. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Plumley have dispersed to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, leading to a diverse spread of the name.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Plumley have made contributions to various fields, including academia, politics, and the arts. The surname Plumley continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its historical roots and the familial traditions of those who bear it.

There are approximately 986 people named Plumley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,453rd most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Plumley.

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

  • Christopher
  • David
  • Gary
  • Ian
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nigel
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • Thomas
  • Xavier

Female

  • Amanda
  • Claire
  • Deborah
  • Hayley
  • Jacqueline
  • Jean
  • Jennifer
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Natasha
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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