TheNameDBMOXLEY
TopographicMeaning
Derived from a place name, possibly meaning Moxley's clearing or settlement.
Etymology
The surname likely originates from Moxley, a place in Staffordshire, England, combined with the Old English element 'leah' meaning clearing or meadow. Topographic surnames often derive from specific English place names.
About the MOXLEY Surname
A topographic surname derived from the English place name Moxley in Staffordshire. The name has been established in North America since colonial settlement.
Distribution
Primarily found in England and North America, with concentrations in the Midlands.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation