Ashley: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Originally meaning one who lives near the ash tree meadow, Ashley became one of the defining unisex names of the late 20th century.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #145
- Peak
- #1 in 1991
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Ashley Means
Ashley is a unisex name of English origin. Originally meaning one who lives near the ash tree meadow, Ashley became one of the defining unisex names of the late 20th century.
How Popular Ashley Is
Ashley currently ranks #145 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 1991. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Ashley
- Ashley was the number one girls' name in America from 1991 to 1992.
- Ashley Wilkes in Gone with the Wind kept this name in the male column for decades.
- The name's shift from masculine to feminine is one of the most dramatic in naming history.
Names Like Ashley
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Ashley
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Ashley.
Questions About Ashley
What does Ashley mean?
Ashley is a unisex name of English origin. Originally meaning one who lives near the ash tree meadow, Ashley became one of the defining unisex names of the late 20th century.
How popular is Ashley?
Ashley currently ranks #145 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 1991. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Ashley come from?
Ashley comes from English roots. Ashley was the number one girls' name in America from 1991 to 1992.
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