About Goatley
The surname Goatley is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "gat" meaning "goat" and "leah" meaning "woodland clearing." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Goatley is "the goat clearing" or "the clearing where goats are kept." It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who lived near or worked in a place where goats were kept.
The surname Goatley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Goatley based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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