Ashly Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ashly is an Old English name meaning 'ash tree meadow'. It has evolved through various forms including Æscleah and Ashley. The name reflects a connection to nature and has gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. Its biblical relevance is absent. Notable individuals with this name include Ashly Burch and Ashlynn Yennie.
The name Ashly is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Ashly has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, falling 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ashly' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6632nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6706th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3060th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 591st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 909th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1739th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ashly' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ashly"
Pronunciation
/ˈæʃli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Ashly is derived from the Old English word 'æsc', meaning 'ash tree', combined with 'leah', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'clearing by the ash tree'.
Meaning
Ash tree meadow
Language Evolution
Æscleah, Ashleigh, Ashley, Ashly
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, becoming a common name for girls in the 1980s and 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Ashley, Ashleigh, Ashlee, Aisley
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ashly is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with a sense of nature and tranquility.
Famous People
Ashly Burch, Ashlynn Yennie
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ashly"
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 "Ashly"
"Ashly" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6632nd of 10718 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6706th of 16616 | 85 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3060th of 19264 | 364 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 591st of 27321 | 5,815 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 909th of 35406 | 4,352 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1739th of 30306 | 1,469 |
Regional Popularity of "Ashly" 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ashly" 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) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
62.05% 2183rd/3518 |
80.61% 3260th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
13.81% 509th/3685 |
16.25% 727th/4475 |
11.57% 601st/5194 |
9.34% 590th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.49% 1397th/4582 |
17.12% 884th/5164 |
12.35% 903rd/7313 |
9.93% 741st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.18% 2756th/3984 |
30.69% 1377th/4487 |
20.79% 1418th/6822 |
30.56% 1918th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ashly"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ashly" 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.