Ahsley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ashley is derived from Old English, meaning 'ash tree meadow'. It evolved through various forms over the centuries and gained significant popularity in the late 20th century. The name is often seen as feminine and strong, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Ahsley is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. 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, Ahsley has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ahsley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10176th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1936th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13584th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Ahsley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ahsley"
Pronunciation
/ˈæʃli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Ashley originates from the Old English words 'æsc', meaning 'ash tree', and 'leah', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. Thus, the name historically referred to 'ash tree meadow'.
Meaning
ash tree meadow
Language Evolution
Æscleah, Ashleigh, Ashlee, Ashley
Historical Usage
Ashley gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, as a unisex name but became more commonly associated with females.
Variants & Derivatives
Ashleigh, Ashlee, Aisley, Aisleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ashley is viewed as a classic yet modern name, often associated with femininity and strength. It retains a positive image in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Ashley Olsen, Ashley Greene, Ashley Judd, Ashley Tisdale
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ahsley"
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 "Ahsley"
"Ahsley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10176th of 19264 | 44 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1936th of 27321 | 1,051 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13584th of 35406 | 94 |
Regional Popularity of "Ahsley" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ahsley" 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) |
46.84% 1726th/3685 |
41.68% 1865th/4475 |
34.37% 1785th/5194 |
39.16% 2474th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ahsley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ahsley" 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.