Anslee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Anslee has its origins in Old English, meaning 'one who dwells in a clearing'. It evolved from historical forms like Ænsleah and Ansleah. The name reflects a connection to nature and simplicity. There is no biblical relevance. Anslee became popular in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in modern contexts. Variants include Ansley and Ainsley, and notable people with this name include Anslee Merritt.
The name Anslee is most popular in Georgia, 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, Anslee has been too falling for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Anslee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12734th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3674th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2982nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anslee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anslee"
Pronunciation
/ˈænzli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Anslee is derived from the Old English elements 'æns' meaning 'one' or 'single' and 'leah' meaning 'wood' or 'clearing'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'one who dwells in a clearing' or 'a single wood'.
Meaning
one who dwells in a clearing
Language Evolution
Ænsleah, Ansleah, Anslee
Historical Usage
The name Anslee gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of traditional English names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ansley, Annsley, Ainsley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Anslee is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a sense of nature and tranquility.
Famous People
Anslee Merritt, Anslee K. Hargrove
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 95 peak births in 2014
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anslee"
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 "Anslee"
"Anslee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12734th of 27321 | 59 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3674th of 35406 | 631 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2982nd of 30306 | 673 |
Regional Popularity of "Anslee" 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 "Anslee" 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) |
- | - |
70.45% 3659th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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25.24% 1846th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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26.12% 1782nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Anslee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anslee" 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.