Headley
Headley comes from an English surname derived from a place name meaning “heather clearing” or “heath meadow,” formed from Old English elements referring to heathland and a woodland clearing.
Headley developed from an English habitational surname connected with several places bearing this name in England. These place names were formed from Old English elements associated with heath or heather and a clearing or meadow in woodland. Like many English surnames, Headley later began appearing as a given name. It belongs to the same name family as Hadley and Hedley, with differences mainly reflecting historical spelling variation rather than a separate origin.
- Headley Keith20th century • Cricket
South African international cricketer who played Test cricket during the mid-twentieth century.
- Headley Bennett20th–21st century • Music
Jamaican saxophonist associated with reggae and ska recordings and performances.
- Headley Baxter20th century • Tennis
British tennis player and coach who competed internationally and later worked as a professional coach.
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Is Headley a boy or girl name?
Headley is typically a unisex name.
What does Headley mean?
Headley comes from an English surname derived from a place name meaning “heather clearing” or “heath meadow,” formed from Old English elements referring to heathland and a woodland clearing.
Where does Headley come from?
Headley is commonly associated with English.
What are the forms of Headley?
Common forms and spellings include: Hadley, Hedley.
Where is Headley used?
Headley is used in naming traditions such as English.
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