About Swilley
The surname Swilley is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "swil," meaning "to drink," and the suffix "-ley," meaning "a clearing or meadow." Therefore, the surname Swilley likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a meadow or clearing where drinking or watering took place. It could also have been an occupational name for a tavern keeper or someone associated with the brewing or selling of alcohol.
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The surname Swilley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Swilley 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 Swilley in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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