Ansley (surname)

The surname Ansley is of English origin. It is a locational name derived from several places named Ansley in Warwickshire, England. These places are believed to be named from the Old English personal name Ansige (meaning "god's victory") combined with lēah, meaning "wood, clearing, or glade."

Therefore, the surname Ansley originally denoted someone who lived in or came from the place called Ansley. Over time, as people migrated, the surname spread beyond Warwickshire.

Variations of the name include Anstey, Anesley, and Ainsley.