Originating from English origins, the name Seeley is derived from an Old English surname that was used to denote someone who lived near a clearing or wooded area. It's composed of two elements: 'sī' meaning 'wood' and 'lēah' translating to 'clearing'. While it's not as widely used today as some other names, Seeley has a unique charm and distinctiveness that makes it stand out.
"The name Seeley experienced a notable rise in popularity around the early 2010s, with a peak of 15 births in both 2015 and 2016, before returning to levels similar to the late 1990s by 2023."