Mosley

Meaning

Dweller in a mossy clearing or a clearing overgrown with moss.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'mos' (moss) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow), indicating a settlement characterized by mossy terrain. The surname originated as a topographic designation for those living in such locations.

About the Mosley Surname

An English topographic surname indicating residence in a mossy clearing, with documented presence since medieval times. The name has been borne by various notable figures in politics, literature, and motorsport.

Distribution

Primarily England and North America, with historical presence in various English regions.

Notable Bearers

Oswald Mosley, Nicholas Mosley, Max Mosley, Walter Mosley