SUNLEY
Sunley
Sunley is a surname of English origin, found predominantly in the United Kingdom. It is believed to be a locational surname linked to places named Sunley in England. The name Sunley is thought to derive from the Old English words "sunne" meaning sun and "leah" meaning woodland or clearing, suggesting a possible reference to a sunny woodland area.
The earliest records of the Sunley surname date back to the medieval period in England. Over the centuries, the Sunley name has been documented in various regions across the UK, indicating the dispersal of the surname and the family associated with it.
Individuals bearing the Sunley surname have likely been involved in a variety of professions and activities throughout history, contributing to the cultural and historical tapestry of the British Isles. Today, the Sunley surname may still be found among British families and communities, preserving its heritage and legacy for future generations.
There are approximately 861 people named Sunley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,308th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Sunley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Keith
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Deborah
- Emma
- Kathleen
- Katie
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Rosalind
- Sarah