Ansleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ansleigh is an English name that combines elements from the name Ansley, meaning 'meadow'. It has evolved from historical forms like Ansley to its current iteration. The name conveys traits of modernity and uniqueness, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Ansleigh 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, Ansleigh has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Ansleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14820th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3323rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2747th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ansleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ansleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈænzli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Ansleigh is a modern name that likely derives from a combination of the name 'Ansley', which means 'one's own meadow', and the suffix '-leigh', which is often used in English place names.
Meaning
meadow
Language Evolution
Ansley, Ansleigh
Historical Usage
Ansleigh emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, gaining popularity as a unique alternative to more traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ansley, Ainsley, Annsley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ansleigh is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a sense of uniqueness and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ansleigh"
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 "Ansleigh"
"Ansleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14820th of 27321 | 41 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3323rd of 35406 | 730 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2747th of 30306 | 753 |
Regional Popularity of "Ansleigh" 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 "Ansleigh" 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) |
- | - |
79.40% 4124th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
23.83% 1743rd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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21.94% 1497th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Ansleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ansleigh" 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.