Ashley
Ashley is an girl name of Old English origin, meaning “Ash tree clearing”.
| Meaning | Ash tree clearing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old English |
| Pronunciation | ASH-lee |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Mexico |
Meaning and origin of Ashley
Ashley comes from an English place name and surname built on the Old English 'æsc', ash tree, and 'lēah', a woodland clearing or meadow. It was mainly a boy's name in England, and Ashley Wilkes in 'Gone with the Wind' is a male character. In the United States it shifted to girls in the 1960s and became one of the most popular girls' names of the 1980s and early 1990s. It is also widely used among Hispanic families.
Is Ashley a religious name?
Ashley has no religious background; it is a secular English place-name and surname.
How popular is Ashley?
Very common for women born in the US in the 1980s and 1990s, less so for newborns today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ashley mean?
Ashley means 'Ash tree clearing'. It is of Old English origin.
Does Ashley have a religious meaning?
Ashley has no religious background; it is a secular English place-name and surname.
How do you pronounce Ashley?
Ashley is pronounced ASH-lee.
Is Ashley a boy or girl name?
Ashley is usually a girl name.