Hensley - Last Names

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Hensley

/ˈhɛnсли/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the island meadow or Hen's clearing

Represents a connection to land, heritage, and rural livelihood; evokes stewardship and rootedness in nature.

Symbolism

Embodies resilience, self-sufficiency, and a quiet strength tied to ancestral roots and pastoral life.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'henn' meaning 'hen' or possibly a personal name 'Hean', and 'leah' meaning 'woodland clearing' or 'meadow'; originally denoted someone who lived at or near a clearing associated with hens or a person named Hean.

Style & Origin

english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Hensley emerged as a locational or occupational surname in medieval England and i

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