Ashlea Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ashlea is rooted in Old English, combining elements that refer to a clearing by an ash tree. It reflects a connection to nature and has evolved through various historical forms, including Æscleah and Ashley. Although it has biblical relevance, it is primarily known for its natural meaning and modern usage. The name gained popularity as a feminine variant of Ashley in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary contexts.
The name Ashlea 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, Ashlea 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, 'Ashlea' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3421st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1149th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4135th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ashlea' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ashlea"
Pronunciation
/ˈæʃliː/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Ashlea is derived from the Old English words 'æsc' meaning 'ash tree' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. It refers to a meadow near an ash tree.
Meaning
meadow by the ash tree
Language Evolution
Æscleah, Ashlea, Ashley
Historical Usage
Ashlea gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variation of the traditionally masculine name Ashley.
Variants & Derivatives
Ashley, Ashleigh, Aisley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ashlea is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a sense of nature and calmness.
Famous People
Ashlea R. McDonald (American athlete), Ashlea L. K. Korpela (Australian artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ashlea"
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 "Ashlea"
"Ashlea" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3421st of 19264 | 307 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1149th of 27321 | 2,304 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4135th of 35406 | 535 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Ashlea" 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 "Ashlea" 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) |
- | - |
56.85% 2000th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.91% 1102nd/3685 |
41.32% 1849th/4475 |
17.87% 928th/5194 |
30.68% 1938th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
74.90% 3868th/5164 |
48.68% 3560th/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ashlea"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ashlea" 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.