Political LeaderAmerican1925 – 2008
William F. Buckley Jr.
Conservative intellectual, founder of National Review, Firing Line host
Biography
American author, commentator, and conservative intellectual who founded the National Review and became one of the most influential voices of twentieth-century conservatism. Known for his eloquent writing and sophisticated television presence.
Quick Facts
Category
Political Leader
Nationality
American
Born
1925
Died
2008
Thinking about the name
Buckley
English origin
“A surname-turned-given-name derived from Old English 'bucca' (buck) and 'leah' (meadow or clearing), literally meaning 'buck's meadow' or 'meadow where deer graze.' Buckley carries the prestige of an established surname while evoking natural imagery of open pastoral spaces and wildlife. The name suggests both heritage and a connection to wild places.”