Worley
Worley is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Clearing with a mound or hill, or woodland clearing.
Origin and history
Worley originated as an English habitational surname derived from places named Wergs or similar Old English roots referring to an enclosed clearing or meadow. Historically used as a given name in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it has since become extremely rare. Today, it is primarily recognized as a family name rather than a modern given name.
Popularity in the United States
730 babies in the United States have been named Worley since 1880. It ranks #3946 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- VA (62 %)
- TN (28.7 %)
- KY (4.6 %)
- OH (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 15 |
| 1890-1900 | 21 |
| 1900-1910 | 10 |
| 1910-1920 | 111 |
| 1920-1930 | 181 |
| 1930-1940 | 159 |
| 1940-1950 | 111 |
| 1950-1960 | 71 |
| 1960-1970 | 40 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Worley began as a locational surname for families living near specific clearings or enclosures in England.
- The name was occasionally given to boys in the United States around the turn of the 20th century, often honoring a family surname.