Vale

Meaning

Derived from someone who lived in a valley.

Etymology

From the Old English 'fæl' or the Latin 'vallis' meaning a valley or lowland. The surname identified individuals whose homes were situated in valleys or low-lying areas.

About the Vale Surname

Vale is a topographic surname denoting residence in a valley. The name is similar to Dale and reflects the importance of valleys in English geography and settlement patterns.

Distribution

Found throughout England and Wales, with populations in the United States, Canada, and Australia.

People with the Vale Surname