Dunkley

Dunkley is a surname of English origin. It is a locational name derived from a place name, likely in Buckinghamshire, England, that combines the Old English personal name "Dun(n)a" with "leah," meaning a clearing, wood, or meadow. Thus, Dunkley signifies "Dunna's clearing" or "Dunna's wood."

The surname Dunkley has variations in spelling, including Dunkly. Records show the name appearing in England as early as the 16th century.

Individuals with the surname Dunkley can be found across various countries, notably in England, the United States, Canada, and Jamaica. The dispersal is due to emigration patterns from England over the centuries.

Without specific historical figures or significant places uniquely associated with the name, this entry provides a general overview of its origins and distribution.