WITLEY
Witley
Witley is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Witta", meaning "wise" or "learned", combined with the suffix "-leah", denoting a clearing in a woodland or a meadow. The surname Witley is therefore a toponymic surname, indicating a person who hailed from a place called Witley or who lived near a Witley.
The village of Witley is located in Surrey, England, and dates back to at least the medieval period. It is possible that the surname Witley originated from individuals who resided in or had connections to this village or its surrounding areas.
The Witley surname is relatively rare, and individuals bearing this name can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond. Like many British surnames, Witley may have undergone variations in spelling over the centuries, including Witly, Wittley, or Wightly.
The study of surnames, known as onomastics, provides a fascinating insight into the history, geography, and sociology of a particular region or community. The surname Witley is a testament to the rich tapestry of British nomenclature and the diverse origins of its people.
There are approximately 35 people named Witley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Witley.
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