Aisley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aisley has its origins in Old English, where it means 'ash tree clearing.' It evolved from historical forms such as Aesc-leah. The name is modern and carries a nature-themed image, with no biblical relevance.
The name Aisley is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Aisley 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, 'Aisley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5646th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2923rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aisley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aisley"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪzli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Aisley is derived from the Old English elements 'aesc,' meaning 'ash tree,' and 'leah,' meaning 'clearing or meadow.' Thus, it can be interpreted as 'clearing by the ash tree.'
Meaning
ash tree clearing
Language Evolution
Aesc-leah, Aisley
Historical Usage
Aisley gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern name choice, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Aisly, Aislee, Aislynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Aisley is perceived as a contemporary and feminine name with a nature-inspired appeal, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aisley"
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 "Aisley"
"Aisley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5646th of 35406 | 352 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2923rd of 30306 | 692 |
Regional Popularity of "Aisley" 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 "Aisley" 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) |
83.65% 3833rd/4582 |
- |
63.09% 4614th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.67% 2696th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
43.14% 2943rd/6822 |
66.14% 4151st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aisley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aisley" 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.