Waverly
wa-ver-ly,
wav(e)-rly
US Popularity:1723
Origin:British
Meaning:Meadow of quivering aspens
Waverly is an English gender-neutral name that means “meadow of quivering aspens.” This evocative name conjures images of delicate white trees with shimmering yellow leaves, trembling in an autumn wind. In fact, this scene is so visually stunning and iconic that in Celtic mythology, it is believed that an aspen waving in the breeze was the tree’s way of communicating with the Otherworld. As such, Waverly is a great choice for baby if you want a unique name that will nurture a love of the natural world and a deep appreciation of beauty!
How Popular Is The Name Waverly?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Waverly is currently #2833 on The Bump
Boy:Waverly is currently #1586 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Waverly is currently #1924 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Waverly is currently #1723 in U.S. births
Boy:Waverly is currently #14106 in U.S. births
Girl:Waverly is currently #916 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
Gender:
Girl
#916
in 2024
- 36
from 2023
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 311, 559
Behind the Name, Waverly, April 2022
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