Ashley
a-sh-ley
US Popularity:362
Origin:British
Meaning:ash tree meadow
Ashley is a gender-neutral name of Old English origin. A combination of the words æsc and leah, this name translates to “ash tree meadow,” and is sure to help baby appreciate the beauty of nature. You and baby can spend wonderful hours together exploring the forest, climbing the branches, or relaxing under the shade. If you want your bundle of joy to connect to their inner tree-hugger, the name Ashley will definitely help them grow into their own.
Famous People Named Ashley
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- Ashley CooperTennis Player
Ashley Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ashley is currently #380 on The Bump
Boy:Ashley is currently #280 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Ashley is currently #220 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ashley is currently #362 in U.S. births
Boy:Ashley is currently #8477 in U.S. births
Girl:Ashley is currently #358 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#358
in 2022
+ 40
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names By Bruce Lansky
Behind the Name, Ashley December 2019
Ancestry, Ashley
Online Etymology Dictionary, Ashley October 2017
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'Ashley'
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