About Scantlebury
The surname Scantlebury is of English origin and is derived from a place name in Cornwall, England. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English words "scant" meaning "short" or "scarce" and "leah" meaning "woodland" or "clearing." Therefore, the surname Scantlebury likely refers to someone who lived in or near a small or scarce woodland clearing.
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The surname Scantlebury is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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