The surname 'NUNLEY' is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word 'nunne', meaning 'nun', and the suffix '-ley', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. It is believed to have originally referred to a clearing or meadow near a convent or nunnery. Over time, individuals with the surname 'NUNLEY' migrated to various countries around the world, spreading the name and its variations. Today, the surname 'NUNLEY' is associated with a diverse range of individuals and families, each with their own unique histories and stories.