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What does the baby name Yardley mean? Learn about what Yardley means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Yardley - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Yardley
Y-A-R-D-L-E-Y, is a 7-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Yardley
YAHRD-lee
YARD lee
Meaning of Yardley
From the enclosed meadow, from the wood where spars were got, forest of kindling, of the yard, enclosed meadow.
Origin of Yardley
The name 'Yardley' has English origins. It is derived from a surname that originated in the United Kingdom. Surnames were often derived from a person's occupation, and 'Yardley' is believed to have originated from a place name meaning 'enclosed meadow' or 'yard clearing'.
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Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Yardley
Yardlea
Yardleigh
Popularity of Yardley
The popularity of the name 'Yardley' has been relatively low. It has not ranked among the top names in the United States or other English-speaking countries.
Yardley currently has 40 likes, and is in the top 6% of liked boy's names. The name Padraig is slightly more popular than Yardley.

Etymology of Yardley

The etymology of the name 'Yardley' can be traced back to Old English. The first element, 'yard', refers to an enclosed area or a small piece of land. The second element, 'ley', refers to a clearing or meadow. When combined, the name 'Yardley' signifies a clearing or meadow enclosed by a fence or wall.

Cultural Significance of Yardley

The name 'Yardley' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is primarily used as a given name and does not have any specific cultural associations.