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      Meaning of the first name
      Mobley

      Origin 
      English

      Meaning 
      From the clearing with the mound

      Variations 
      Morley, Mosley, Bosley

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Mobley finds its origins in the English language and derives its meaning from the phrase From the clearing with the mound. This name holds a significant place in history, as it points to the distinct topographical features of an individual's ancestral origin. In ancient times, people often used names related to geographical landmarks to identify their place of origin or occupation. The name Mobley, with its reference to a clearing and a mound, suggests that the early bearers of this name were likely connected to a plot of land that possessed these distinctive features.

      In modern usage, the name Mobley continues to be employed as a name, passing down through generations and preserving familial ties to an ancestral history. It serves as a testament to the enduring nature of family heritage and the link between past and present. While the original significance of the name Mobley may have diminished over time, its continued usage highlights an appreciation for ancestral connections and historical roots. As individuals with the name Mobley go about their daily lives, they uphold a sense of identity and carry forward a name that echoes back to the land from which their ancestors once emerged.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Mobley.
      Johnson

      is the most common surname for Mobley.

      Elizabeth

      is the most common spouse name for Mobley.

      Lawson

      is the most common child name for Mobley.

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      1879 is when there were the most people born with the first name Mobley.

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