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Harley

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈhɑɹ.li/(American English)
/ˈhɑː.li/(British English)
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Meaning & History

Derived from a place name meaning "hare clearing", from Old English hara "hare" or hær "rock, heap of stones" and leah "woodland, clearing".

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Given Name DescendantsHarlee, Harleigh, Harley(English)

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Entry updated December 1, 2024

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