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      Meaning of the first name Selby

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      From the willow farm

      Variations

      Kelby, Sely, Shelby
      The name Selby has its origins in the English language and is derived from an Old Norse phrase, Selja br, which means dweller at the willow farm. This name most likely originated in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire in England, as these areas were home to numerous willow farms. The name Selby can be traced back to the early medieval period and was often used as a locational name, indicating that the bearer came from or belonged to a place called Selby.

      Throughout history, the name Selby has appeared in various records and documents. In medieval times, it was commonly used to refer to individuals residing near Selby, a town in North Yorkshire, famous for its Benedictine abbey. The town's name, originally Selebia in Old English, translates to a farmstead by the willows, further cementing the association of the name with willow farms. In modern times, the name Selby continues to be used, though less frequently. It is found predominantly in English-speaking countries, particularly the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, and Australia, reflecting the migration of individuals with the name throughout history. Overall, the name Selby maintains a link to its origin as it persists in the present day as a testament to its English roots.

      Based on our records...

      Smith

      Smith

      This is the most common surname associated with Selby.
      Mary

      Mary

      This is the most common name of those married to a Selby.
      Selby

      Selby

      This is the most common name for a child of a Selby.
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      1898 is when there were the most people born with the first name Selby.

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