SAWLEY
Sawley is a surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English word "sǣw-lee," meaning "clearing by the lake." The name Sawley is primarily found in the British Isles, particularly in regions such as Yorkshire and Lancashire.
Historically, the Sawley surname can be traced back to medieval times when surnames were commonly adopted to differentiate individuals based on their place of origin, occupation, or other distinguishing factors. Sawley may have originally been used to denote someone who lived in or near the village of Sawley in North Yorkshire, England.
Throughout the centuries, individuals bearing the Sawley surname have contributed to various facets of British society, from agriculture and trade to literature and politics. Over time, the surname has spread to different parts of the world, carried by British immigrants and their descendants.
Today, the Sawley surname continues to be borne by families who cherish their British heritage and ancestral roots. It serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of those who have carried the name throughout history.
There are approximately 180 people named Sawley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Sawley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Caroline
- Catherine
- Dawn
- Edna
- Jane
- Julie
- Margaret
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan