TheNameDBMoberley
TopographicMeaning
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
Primarily found in England, particularly in the Midlands and northwest regions.
Notable Bearers
Unknown