Adley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Adley originates from Old English, combining meanings of nobility and natural beauty associated with meadows. Its linguistic path includes variations like Æðelwynn and modern derivatives such as Adleigh. It is characterized by a contemporary appeal and a positive image, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Adley is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adley has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Adley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5165th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6076th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5728th out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8861st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6882nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3751st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3243rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 687th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adley"
Pronunciation
/ˈædli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Adley is derived from the Old English elements 'æþel,' meaning 'noble' or 'nobility,' and 'leah,' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow.' Thus, it can be interpreted as 'noble meadow.'
Meaning
Noble meadow
Language Evolution
Æðelwynn, Adley, Adleigh
Historical Usage
Adley gained popularity in the late 20th century as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has seen a resurgence in recent years due to modern naming trends.
Variants & Derivatives
Adleigh, Adley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Adley is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often favored for its unique sound and noble connotation.
Famous People
Adley Rutschman, American professional baseball catcher, Adley McBride, a notable figure in social media
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adley"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adley"
"Adley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5165th of 7545 | 28 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6076th of 6773 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5728th of 7552 | 20 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8861st of 16616 | 45 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6882nd of 24088 | 163 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3751st of 23106 | 346 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3243rd of 35406 | 757 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 687th of 30306 | 5,054 |
Regional Popularity of "Adley" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
81.45% 1927th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
44.09% 3008th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Adley" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.90% 1874th/4582 |
74.90% 3868th/5164 |
33.13% 2423rd/7313 |
53.89% 4022nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
12.02% 479th/3984 |
25.96% 1165th/4487 |
8.88% 606th/6822 |
16.54% 1038th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adley" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.