Priestley
p-riest-ley,
pri(es)-tley
Origin:British
Meaning:Priest's woodland
With English origins, Priestley is a unique name sure to have your little one standing out. It’s typically given to boys and means “priest's woodland.” It derives from the word preost, meaning “priest,” and leah, meaning “woodland” or “clearing.” It’s a settlement name used by several small towns in England. This Anglo-Saxon name is also used as a surname in the USA, UK, Canada, and Scotland. Grant your budding flower the gift of this one-of-a-kind name.
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