About Tanksley
The surname Tanksley is of English origin and is believed to be a locational surname derived from the place name "Tansley" in Derbyshire, England. The name is composed of the Old English elements "tan" meaning "twig" or "branch" and "leah" meaning "wood" or "clearing." Therefore, the surname Tanksley likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near or in a wood or clearing with many twigs or branches.
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The surname Tanksley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tanksley based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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