Tattingly, a surname of English origin, is pronounced /ˈtætɪŋli/. The first syllable is stressed with a short "a" sound, followed by the "t" sound, and then the "ing" sound with a short "i". The second syllable is pronounced with a long "e" sound and ends with the "ly" sound. The spelling of Tattingly follows typical English spelling rules, with the "-ing" suffix added to the root word "tatt" to indicate a continuous action, and the "-ly" suffix added to create an adverb.
The word "Tattingly" does not have a widely known or recognized etymology. It appears to be a surname that may have originated from a personal or place name. However, its specific roots and meaning remain unclear. It is possible that it evolved from a variation of other surnames or had regional or dialectal origins. As with many surnames, it might be difficult to trace an exact etymology without further historical or genealogical research.