WHALEY
Whaley
Whaley is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English word "wælla," meaning "whale" or "spring." The surname is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a spring or was associated with whales, although this may not necessarily refer to the marine mammal.
The Whaley surname is mostly found in the Northern counties of England, particularly in areas like Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the Whaley name may have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom, as well as to other English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
The Whaley family name has its own coat of arms, representing the heritage and lineage associated with the surname. The crest typically features symbols such as whales or springs, reflecting the potential origins of the name.
The surname Whaley has a rich history and is a part of the tapestry of British surnames that have evolved and spread across the globe. Members of the Whaley family have made contributions to various fields, from politics and academia to the arts and business, adding to the diverse and storied legacy of the name.
There are approximately 1,894 people named Whaley in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,402nd most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Whaley.
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
- Christopher
- David
- Gary
- James
- Jeremy
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
Female
- Amanda
- Ann
- Jane
- Jean
- Joanne
- Karen
- Laura
- Lisa
- Louise
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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