TUNLEY
Tunley
Tunley is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in the West Country region of the United Kingdom. The name is of locational origin, derived from the Old English word "tun", meaning an enclosure or a settlement, and "leah", referring to a clearing in a forest. Therefore, Tunley likely originates from a place named Tunley or a similar settlement.
The first recorded instance of the Tunley surname dates back to the early 17th century in Somerset, England. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the Tunley surname have spread to different parts of the UK and beyond, contributing to various professions and industries.
The Tunley family name is relatively rare, with most occurrences being centered around Somerset and neighbouring counties. Like many English surnames, Tunley may have evolved over time through various spellings and phonetic adaptations.
Today, individuals with the Tunley surname can be found across different walks of life, maintaining the heritage and legacy associated with their family name.
There are approximately 599 people named Tunley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Tunley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- Clive
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Roy
Female
- Angela
- Catherine
- Emma
- Gillian
- Joanne
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Susan
- Victoria