Newley

Newley is a surname that originated from a place name, specifically from locations in England such as Newley in North Yorkshire. The name is derived from the Old English elements 'niwe' meaning 'new' and 'leah' meaning 'woodland clearing' or 'meadow'. As with many English surnames, it eventually transitioned into a given name, though it remains much rarer as a first name than as a surname. Its usage as a first name is primarily in English-speaking countries.