About Colley
The surname Colley is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Old English word "col," meaning "dark" or "black," and could have been a nickname for someone with dark hair or complexion. Alternatively, it may have originated as a locational surname, referring to someone who lived near a coal mine or a charcoal burner. Another possibility is that it is a variant of the surname Cole, which is derived from the personal name Nicholas. Overall, the meaning of the surname Colley is likely to vary depending on the specific family history and origin.
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The surname Colley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Colley based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Colley is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Colley in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Colley using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.