TheNameDBRidgely
MasculineMeaning
From a ridge or elevated area of land.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'hrycg' (ridge) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow). The name originally referred to someone living near a ridge or in a clearing on elevated terrain.
About the Name Ridgely
Ridgely is primarily a surname with occasional use as a given name in English-speaking countries. It reflects geographical origins common in English toponymy.