Pressey

Pressey is a surname of English-language origin. It has appeared in English-speaking countries since at least the 19th century and is closely related to spellings such as Pressey and Presley, which reflect historical variation in pronunciation and orthography. The exact etymology is not firmly established, and the name is generally regarded as having multiple potential roots rather than a single definite source.

In modern times, Pressey is found primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom, with smaller communities in Canada and Australia. The name has been borne by individuals across a range of fields, including science, education, sports, and the arts; no single figure is universally identified as a namesake for the surname.

Variants and related names include Pressey and Presley, among others, and care should be taken not to conflate distinct families with similar-sounding names. See also Presley (surname) for a closely related lineage in some genealogical records.