talley

Talley can refer to several things. In the context of people, it is a surname. Notable individuals with the surname Talley include Lynne Talley, a former professional tennis player, and Henry Talley, a former professional American football player. The surname is of English origin, likely derived from the Old English word "tale," meaning "story" or "account," possibly indicating an ancestor who was a storyteller or record-keeper.

Geographically, there are places named Talley. For instance, Talley is a village and community in the county of Carmarthenshire, Wales. It is situated in the Gwendraeth Valley and is historically known for its agricultural significance. The village has a parish church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the medieval period.

In a more abstract sense, "talley" can also refer to the act of counting or recording marks, such as in tally marks used for keeping score or tracking quantities. This usage is derived from the verb "to tally," meaning to count, add up, or record. This form of notation is a simple and ancient method of enumeration.