Presley

Presley is a surname of English origin. It is borne by a number of people around the world and is occasionally used as a given name. The name is most closely associated with a family of American entertainers, but it appears in various contexts beyond that.

The best known bearer is Elvis Presley (1935–1977), an American singer and actor whose contributions helped popularize rock and roll in the mid-20th century. His career produced a string of hit records and film appearances, and he remains a central figure in the history of popular music.

Other prominent individuals with the surname include Priscilla Presley (born 1945), an American actress and businesswoman who married Elvis Presley in 1967, and Lisa Marie Presley (1968–2023), an American singer-songwriter and the daughter of Elvis and Priscilla. They have each had public profiles in entertainment and public life, with the Presley name often associated with the Elvis legacy.

Beyond these figures, Presley is used by other people in various professions and can appear in fictional works or as a place name in some regions. In contemporary usage, Presley is also encountered as a given name, reflecting its ongoing presence in naming traditions influenced by cultural figures. Overall, Presley is recognized primarily as a surname with a notable association to the legacy of Elvis Presley and his immediate family.