About Boley
The surname Boley is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "bol" which means "friend" or "companion." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of a person named Bole or Bol. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation of the name may have changed, resulting in variations such as Boley, Böhl, or Bohl. The surname Boley therefore signifies a familial connection to an ancestor who was known as Bole or Bol, emphasizing the importance of friendship and companionship within the family lineage.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Boley based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Boley in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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