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Handley is a name that can refer to several different places and things. When you see a name like Handley, it might be a town, a school, or even a type of airplane! This page helps you understand the different meanings of "Handley."

Places Named Handley

Many places around the world share the name Handley. Let's explore some of them.

Handley in the United Kingdom

In the United Kingdom, you can find a few places called Handley:

  • Handley, Cheshire: This is a small civil parish located in the Chester district of England. A civil parish is a local government area.
  • Handley, Derbyshire: Another place in England, this one is found in the county of Derbyshire.
  • Sixpenny Handley: This is a village located in Dorset, England. It's interesting because it has "Sixpenny" in its name!

Handley in the United States

The name Handley also appears in several locations across the United States:

  • Handley, Dallas County, Missouri: You can find a Handley in Dallas County, Missouri.
  • Handley, Vernon County, Missouri: There's another Handley in Missouri, this time in Vernon County.
  • Handley (Fort Worth), Texas: This was once a separate town in Texas. Now, it's part of the larger city of Fort Worth.
  • Handley, West Virginia: This community is located in the state of West Virginia.
  • John Handley High School: Located in Winchester, Virginia, this is a high school named after John Handley. Schools are often named after important people or places in their history.

Other Uses of Handley

Beyond places, "Handley" can also refer to other things.

Handley as a Family Name

  • Handley (surname): Many people have Handley as their last name, or surname. Surnames are family names passed down through generations.

Handley Airplanes

  • Handley Page H.P.42: This was a famous British airplane. It was a large biplane, meaning it had two main wings stacked one above the other. These planes were used for long-distance flights between 1931 and 1940. They were known for being very comfortable for passengers.

See Also

  • Hanley (disambiguation)
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