About the Neeley Surname

If your family name is Neeley, its origin lies with Neely, an Irish surname. Read literally, Neeley points to “Son of the poet”.

How the spelling arose

The extra “e” in Neeley is a spelling habit rather than a different name.

9,288 Americans were listed as Neeley in the 2010 census.

Arms associated with the name

Looking for a Neeley coat of arms? Arms were granted to families, not to surnames, and our research shows which heraldic tradition fits yours.

Get the complete Neeley report, with a museum-style coat of arms.