WADLEY
Wadley
Wadley is a surname of English origin that traces its roots to the country's ancient history. The name is derived from the Old English personal name Wada, which means "a wanderer" or "a wanderer by the ford". Surnames like Wadley often developed from a person's occupation, physical characteristics, or place of residence.
The earliest records of the Wadley surname date back to the 13th century in England, indicating its long-standing presence in the country. Over the centuries, the name has spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by families and individuals who bore the name.
Individuals with the surname Wadley have made contributions to various fields such as academia, the arts, business, and politics. Notable figures with this surname include [INSERT NAME IF APPLICABLE], who [INSERT BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THEIR CONTRIBUTION].
Today, the surname Wadley continues to be borne by individuals in the United Kingdom and around the world, reflecting the rich tapestry of British history and heritage.
There are approximately 1,020 people named Wadley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,266th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Wadley.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Caroline
- Emma
- Fleur
- Heather
- Helen
- Janet
- Linda
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan