SUCKLEY
Suckley
The surname Suckley is of English origin and is considered to be locational, deriving from the place called Suckley in Worcestershire, England. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English personal name "Succa," combined with the word "ley," which denotes a clearing or a meadow.
The first recorded instance of the name Suckley dates back to the 13th century when it was documented as "Sucleye." Over the centuries, variations in spelling have emerged, including Suckley, Sukley, and Suckly.
Individuals bearing the surname Suckley have been found throughout history engaged in various occupations, from agriculture and trades to military service and education. The name has been predominantly associated with the Worcestershire region in England, reflecting the family's ties to the area.
Today, the surname Suckley remains relatively rare, with individuals possessing this name scattered across different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. The ancestral heritage of the Suckley family continues to be of interest to genealogists and historians studying English surnames.
There are approximately 411 people named Suckley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Suckley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Roy
- William
Female
- Alison
- Janet
- Jessica
- Joanne
- Kathleen
- Mary
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Sandra
- Sheila