WIKELEY
Wikeley
Wikeley is a British surname with its roots in the northern regions of England. The surname is of Old Norse origin, derived from the words "vik," meaning inlet or bay, and "leah," meaning woodland or clearing. This suggests that early bearers of the name may have lived near a bay or inlet within a wooded area.
The first recorded instance of the Wikeley surname dates back to the 13th century in Yorkshire, England. The surname has since spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, often through migration and emigration.
One notable individual with the surname Wikeley is John Wikeley, a prominent merchant and landowner in the 18th century who played a significant role in the development of trade in the Midlands. The Wikeley name has been associated with various professions over the centuries, including farmers, craftsmen, and traders.
Today, individuals with the surname Wikeley can be found in different parts of the world, particularly in the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States. The name continues to carry a sense of regional identity and heritage, reflecting its origins in the northern regions of England.
There are approximately 120 people named Wikeley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Wikeley.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Carl
- Christopher
- David
- Ga
- George
- Glenn
- Guy
- Ian
- John
- Jonathan
- Matthew
- Phil
- Philip
- Stephen
Female
- Caroline
- Edith
- Felicity
- Joan
- Katherine
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Rosalind
- Sarah
- Tamsin