Origin of the Name
The name Ashley originated as an English surname which was initially derived from place names which meant “ash tree clearing” from merging Old English elements æsc and lēah. Initially, the name was commonly used on boys in the United States until 1960s, but currently it’s most often given to girls.
Meaning of Ashley
The name is said to mean: lives in the ash tree grove.
Famous People with the name
The following is a list of some few popularly known people with the name Ashley.
- Ashley Jensen – a Scottish actress and a narrator who was nominated for Emmy for her character on a television series.
- Ashley Graham – an American model who has appeared on the cover of several fashion magazines including; Vogue, Bazaar and Elle among others.
- Ashley Tisdale – an American film producer, singer, and actress. She featured on several advertisements during her childhood.
Popularity of Ashley
Although the name Ashley was not in the 100 most popular baby girls’ name in England in 2017, the Popularity of Ashley has had consistent growth since 1941 to date. By 1985, the name had gained popularity and was the second most popular name in England. However, it’s worth noting that the name was only given to boys between 1917 to 1938.
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