Satterly

Satterly is a surname of English origin. It is considered a locational surname, derived from a place name. The place name is believed to originate from a lost or unrecorded settlement. The name likely developed from an Old English personal name combined with "leah", meaning a woodland clearing or meadow. Variations in spelling, such as Satterlee or Satterley, are common. Records indicate the surname's presence in various English counties over several centuries. Genealogical research suggests migrations of individuals bearing the name to other parts of the world, including North America. The surname is documented in historical records such as parish registers, census data, and land deeds. The prevalence of the surname is relatively low, suggesting a limited number of originating families.