About Barclay
The surname Barclay is of Scottish origin and is derived from the place name Berkeley in Gloucestershire, England. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English words "beorc" meaning "birch tree" and "leah" meaning "wood" or "clearing." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Barclay can be interpreted as "dweller by the birch tree wood" or "one who comes from Berkeley."
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The surname Barclay is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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