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Brierley

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Type Settlement
Usage English

Meaning & History

From Old English brer "briar" and leah "woodland, clearing". This is the name of various towns in England.

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Given Name DescendantBriley(English)
Surname DescendantsBrierley, Briley(English)
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Entry added January 21, 2022
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