About Hardley
The surname Hardley is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words "heorde" meaning "herd" and "leah" meaning "wood" or "clearing." Therefore, the surname Hardley likely referred to someone who lived near or worked in a clearing where a herd of animals grazed. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation of the name may have evolved, resulting in variations such as Hardly or Hardeley.
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The surname Hardley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hardley based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Hardley in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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