SOFTLEY
Softley
Softley is a surname of English origin, most commonly found in the East Anglian region of Britain. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English personal name 'Sweartlac', meaning 'black stream'. Over time, this personal name evolved into the surname Softley that is used today.
The Softley family name has been recorded in various historical documents and records dating back to the medieval period. The name has been found in parish registers, census records, and other genealogical sources which trace the lineage and history of the Softley family through the centuries.
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The Softley surname continues to be passed down through generations, with modern-day bearers of the name scattered across the United Kingdom and other parts of the world. The surname Softley represents a part of England's rich linguistic and cultural history, embodying the legacy and heritage of the people who bear it.
There are approximately 586 people named Softley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Softley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Derek
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Catherine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joanne
- Julie
- Lisa
- Patricia
- Sarah