Loxley
Gender: Unisex
Origin: English
Meaning: Woodland clearing
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Loxley Meaning and Origin
The name Loxley is a unisex name meaning “woodland clearing” and is of English origin. It is believed to have originated from a village called Loxley in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. The village of Loxley is located near the city of Sheffield, and its name comes from the Old English words ‘locc’, meaning “enclosure,” and ‘leah’, meaning “clearing in a forest.” The name Loxley has been found in records dating back to the 13th century, and it was likely first used as a surname by people who lived in or near the village of Loxley. The name has been borne by several notable individuals throughout history, including the legendary English outlaw Robin Hood, whose full name was said to be Robin of Loxley. The surname has also been used as a given name, such as in the case of Loxley Browne, a character in the book “The Children of Men” by P.D. James. Today, Loxley remains a relatively uncommon surname, but it is still found in various parts of the world, including England, Australia, and the United States. We love this cute English name not only because it flows with lots of different middle names, but it’s also a gender-neutral option. It can also be spelled Loxlie; this version is a bit more feminine.
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