About Handly
The surname Handly is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "handlic," meaning "handy" or "skillful." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was skilled or adept at using their hands. The name Handly may have been given to individuals who were craftsmen, artisans, or had any occupation that required manual dexterity and skill. Over time, the surname Handly has evolved and may have variations in spelling such as Handley or Handleye.
The surname Handly is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Handly 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 Handly is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Handly in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Handly using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.