About Mottley
The surname Mottley is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "mot," meaning "mote" or "speck," and the suffix "-ley," meaning "clearing" or "meadow." Therefore, the surname Mottley likely originated as a descriptive name for someone who lived near a clearing or meadow with small specks or motes. It is a toponymic surname, indicating a person's association with a particular place.
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The surname Mottley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Mottley 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 Mottley in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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