About Briley
The surname Briley is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is believed to be derived from the Old English personal name "Brihtwulf," meaning "bright wolf." Alternatively, it could be a locational surname derived from the place name "Brierley," which translates to "briar clearing" or "briar wood." The name could also have originated from the Old Norse personal name "Brihtr," meaning "bright," combined with the Old English word "leah," meaning "wood" or "clearing." Overall, the surname Briley is associated with brightness, wolves, and briar-related locations.
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