Submitted Name Save Type Surname (from location & from nickname) Usage Scots, English Pronounced Pron. SMIE-lee [key] Other Forms FormsSmalley Edit Status Status [contributorhide contributor] Added 10/25/2017 by Nifty_Name_Nerd Meaning & History From elements small and lea meaning "a small clearing" or as a nickname may refer to a person of happy disposition known for smiling.