About Clerkley
The surname Clerkley is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "clerc," meaning a scholar or clergyman. It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer of the name may have been associated with a place named Clerkley or lived near a prominent clergyman. Over time, variations of the spelling have emerged, such as Clarkley or Clarkeley. The surname Clerkley suggests an ancestral connection to the clergy or a scholarly profession.
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