Everything about the name LOXLEY
Meaning, origin, history
The surname Loxley has its roots in the midlands of England, particularly in the county of Warwickshire. It is believed to have originated from a place called Loxley, which was a village in the parish of Tanworth-in-Arden. The name may have been given to someone who lived in this area or to someone who had red hair like a fox.
The first recorded spelling of the family name Loxley is found in the church records of St. Martin's Church in Birmingham, Warwickshire, dating back to 1593. A Thomas Loxley was christened there on February 24th of that year.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the surname Loxley. One such example is Sir Roger de Loxley, who served as Sheriff of Warwickshire in 1307-8 and again in 1315-6. Another notable figure is Thomas Loxley, a Puritan minister who was ejected from his living during the Great Ejection of 1662.
Today, Loxley remains a rare but distinctive name, often chosen by parents looking for something unique yet meaningful for their child. It continues to be associated with English heritage and rural charm, evoking images of foxgloves and ancient woodlands.
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Popularity of the name LOXLEY since 1880
Birth evolution
Popularity analysis
The name Loxley has seen a varied trend in popularity over the past decade in the United States. In 2011, there were 10 babies named Loxley, and this number fluctuated over the following years.
In 2015, there were 6 births with the name Loxley, which was a decrease from the previous year. However, in 2017, the popularity of the name surged with 27 births, more than doubling the number of Loxleys born compared to two years prior.
The peak in popularity for the name Loxley occurred in 2018 and 2019, with 28 and 11 births respectively. This was followed by a slight decrease in 2020, with 12 babies named Loxley that year.
In recent years, the popularity of the name has continued to fluctuate, with 8 births in 2021, 13 births in 2022, and most recently, 11 births in 2023. Over this ten-year period, a total of 126 babies were named Loxley in the United States.
While the name Loxley may not be among the most popular choices for parents, its varied popularity over time indicates that it has maintained some level of appeal as an unusual and distinctive option.