Moberley

Topographic

Meaning

A topographic surname derived from a place name meaning a clearing or settlement.

Etymology

The name derives from Old English 'mor' meaning moor or marsh combined with 'leah' meaning clearing or meadow. Moberley is a place name found in Cheshire, England, with medieval origins.

About the Moberley Surname

An English topographic surname derived from Moberley in Cheshire, combining elements referring to a moor or marsh clearing. The name has remained relatively localized to the English Midlands and northwest.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in England, particularly in the Midlands and northwest regions.

Moberley Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Moberley Surname