TINDLEY
Tindley
The surname Tindley is of English origin, deriving from the Old English personal name Tindlaf or Tynlof. The name can be traced back to early medieval times, with records indicating its presence in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Individuals with the surname Tindley have been noted in various historical documents, with mentions in parish records, census data, and court documents. The name has been spelled in different ways over the centuries, including Tyndele, Tindlay, and Tindly.
The Tindley family name may have been associated with individuals involved in various occupations, such as tradesmen, farmers, or labourers. Migration patterns and changes in social and economic circumstances have contributed to the dispersal of the surname across different regions of the country.
Today, the surname Tindley is relatively rare, but individuals with this name can be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and abroad. The history and genealogy of the Tindley family continue to be a subject of interest for those researching the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 86 people named Tindley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Tindley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Roger
Female