The spelling of the word "pugsley" is not phonetic, as the pronunciation doesn't match the way it's written. In IPA phonetic transcription, it's pronounced as /ˈpʌɡzli/. The "g" in "pugsley" is silent, hence it's pronounced as /pʌɡzli/. The "s" in "pugsley" sounds like "z" /z/ due to voicing assimilation. Although it's not phonetic, the word "pugsley" is easy to remember once you know its spelling and the correct pronunciation.
The word "Pugsley" is a surname of English origin. It is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Pucc", which means "spirit" or "gnome". The suffix "ley" in English surnames often indicates "a clearing or meadow", so "Pugsley" may refer to a clearing or meadow associated with someone named Pucc. However, it's important to note that surnames can have various origins and meanings, and the exact etymology may vary in different cases.