RUTLEY
Rutley
Rutley is a surname of English origin, commonly found in the United Kingdom. The etymology of the surname can be traced back to the Old English word "hryðe" which means "clearing," combined with "leah," which translates to "woodland" or "meadow."
The Rutley surname is believed to have originated in the region of Rutley in England, and over time, families bearing this surname have spread throughout the country. Variants of the surname include Rutleigh and Ruttley.
Individuals with the surname Rutley have historically been associated with various occupations and professions, such as farming, woodworking, and land management. As with many British surnames, the surname Rutley may have originated from a particular characteristic of an ancestor or a notable location associated with the family.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Rutley can be found in different parts of the world, particularly in regions with historical connections to the United Kingdom. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and family histories.
There are approximately 257 people named Rutley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Rutley.
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
- Adrian
- Alan
- Andrew
- Barry
- David
- Frank
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Robert
- Steve
Female
- Diana
- Donna
- Elizabeth
- Heidi
- Irene
- Joanna
- Joanne
- Jolene
- Kelly
- Kit
- Margaret
- Pauline
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan