Wordley

Origin and Meaning

Wordley is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the Old English words 'weard' meaning 'watch' or 'guard', and 'leah' meaning 'woodland clearing'. The surname likely originates from a place name in England that had such a meaning.

Distribution

The surname Wordley is most commonly found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Worcestershire and Staffordshire. However, Wordley families can also be found in other parts of the United Kingdom and in various countries around the world, particularly in former British colonies.

Notable Individuals

  • Samuel Wordley (1803–1871) - An English architect known for his work on several prominent buildings in the Victorian era.

  • Sarah Wordley (b. 1985) - A British environmental activist and author, known for her work on climate change awareness and sustainability.

Variants

Variants of the Wordley surname include Worley and Wardley, which may have similar origins and meanings.

There are approximately 547 people named Wordley in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Wordley.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adam
  • Anthony
  • Chris
  • Christopher
  • David
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Sean
  • Stephen
  • Stuart

Female

  • Carol
  • Claire
  • Deborah
  • Elizabeth
  • Jean
  • Jennifer
  • Karen
  • Kim
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Sharon

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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