Handley
HAND-lee
Handley is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname-turned-first-name meaning 'high meadow'. Derived from the Old English elements.”, and peaked in popularity in 1923.
What Handley Means
“An English surname-turned-first-name meaning 'high meadow'. Derived from the Old English elements.”
The Story of Handley
Imagine a name that conjures the fresh air of rolling hills and the simplicity of open, sunlit fields.
Handley is an English surname that has transitioned into use as a given name, first recorded in the early 20th century around 1923. It derives from Old English elements meaning 'high meadow' or 'heather clearing,' evoking a pastoral landscape.
For your son Handley, you picture a cheerful and active spirit, at home in the natural world. This name suits a child who will be friendly and sociable, finding joy in exploration and open spaces.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 1923
Total Births
6
First Recorded
1923
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