REAVLEY
Reavley
Reavley is a British surname with Anglo-Saxon origins, deriving from the Old English words "reaf" and "leah", meaning "thicket clearing". The surname is primarily found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Northumberland and Yorkshire.
The earliest recorded instances of the surname date back to the 14th century, with variations such as Reveley, Reveleigh, and Revill often being used interchangeably. Over the centuries, the name has undergone various phonetic transformations to its present form, Reavley. Notable individuals bearing the Reavley surname include Sir Donald Reavley, a prominent British historian, and Emily Reavley, a renowned landscape artist.
The Reavley family crest features a shield adorned with symbols representing strength, loyalty, and wisdom. The motto "Virtus non oritur nisi aurea" accompanies the crest, translating to "Virtue does not rise unless bestowed."
Today, individuals with the surname Reavley can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, embodying a rich heritage and a sense of familial pride associated with their ancient lineage.
There are approximately 371 people named Reavley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Reavley.
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
- Alan
- Christopher
- David
- Gordon
- John
- Martin
- Nigel
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- William
Female
- Caroline
- Deanna
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Florie
- Linda
- Louise
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Susan
- Willow