Seely

Seely may refer to several things. One prominent meaning is Seely, a village in the town of Cambridge in Washington County, New York, United States. It is located in the eastern part of the town.

Another significant use of Seely is as a surname. Notable individuals with this surname include Bob Seely, a British politician who has served as the Member of Parliament for the Isle of Wight since 2017. There is also Lieutenant Colonel Ralph Seely, who served as the United States Army's Chief of Chaplains.

The term Seely can also appear in place names beyond the New York village, though these are less common. In some contexts, it might be a given name, though this is less frequent than its use as a surname or a place name. The etymology of the name Seely is thought to have Old English origins, potentially relating to "sælig" meaning blessed or happy. Its usage as a surname became established over time, with various families adopting it. The precise origin and spread of the surname are subject to genealogical research.