Ashlei Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ashlei is a modern English name derived from the Old English 'Æscleigh', which means 'meadow by the ash tree'. Its evolution includes forms like Ashley, and it has become popular in recent decades as a feminine variant. The name is often associated with creativity and individuality, and it has no biblical background.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ashlei"
Pronunciation
/ˈæʃleɪ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Ashlei is considered a modern variant of the name Ashley, which originally comes from Old English, meaning 'ash tree meadow'. The name has evolved into various forms over time.
Meaning
meadow by the ash tree
Language Evolution
Æscleigh (Old English), Ashley (Middle English), Ashlei (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among English-speaking populations, as a feminine variant of Ashley.
Variants & Derivatives
Ashley, Ashlea, Ashlie, Aisley
Modern Popularity & Image
Ashlei is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Ashlei K. Smith (American artist), Ashlei M. McGhee (American author)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 131 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ashlei"
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 "Ashlei"
"Ashlei" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7405th of 19264 | 88 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1652nd of 27321 | 1,342 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3831st of 35406 | 593 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21282nd of 30306 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Ashlei" 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 "Ashlei" 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) |
45.97% 1694th/3685 |
52.20% 2336th/4475 |
30.42% 1580th/5194 |
30.96% 1956th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
- |
54.25% 3967th/7313 |
65.34% 4876th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ashlei"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ashlei" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Ashlei" in the United States
The name Ashlei 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, Ashlei 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, 'Ashlei' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7405th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1652nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3831st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21282nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ashlei' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.