Origin:British
Meaning:Woodland enclosure
A bright and preppy choice, Penly is a masculine name of British origin. A form of the last name Penley, Penly inherits the idyllic meaning “woodland enclosure” from the Old English elements penn and lēah. The name Penley specifically came from the Anglo-Saxons, a group of warrior farmers who inhabited Britain for over 600 years. Ancient and enduring, Penly is ideal for the little warrior with an innovative spirit.
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