Type Surname
Other Forms FormsPangilley, Gilley
Meaning & History
Supposedly from a long history of Tin and Terracotta miners in Wales under the name Gilley in the 15-60's. the 'An' is theorised to be a result of the Anglo-Saxon faith being a prominent belief within the area, and has become a prominent name ever since with few more variations.Is also theorised to have French connection with the word Anguile, meaning and in reference to the sand eel. Also holds a family crest depicting three of these eels surrounding a blue chevron on a white shield. There is also a family motto, but unfortunately I do not know it's original french itteration, only the translation, which means "Like The Eel, I Move Swiftly."