Stanley West
TopographicMeaning
A person from Stanley in the west, combining a stony clearing with a directional reference.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'stan' (stone) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow), combined with 'west' indicating geographical direction. This appears to be a compound surname or place-based designation.
About the Stanley West Surname
A compound surname combining the common English surname Stanley with a directional or familial modifier. The name appears to be a modern variant or combination rather than a traditional single surname.
Distribution
Primarily found in North America and English-speaking countries, likely a modern compound or variant.
Notable Bearers
Unknown