Ashly Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationASH-lee / /ˈæʃli/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Ash tree meadow; Hebrew: Happy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ashly is derived from the Old English words 'æsc' meaning 'ash tree' and 'leah' meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'. It has been used as a given name since the 20th century, primarily in English-speaking countries. The name has variations such as Ashley, which is more commonly used for girls. In Hebrew, it can be associated with happiness.
Trend Summary
The name Ashly has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ashley
- Ashlee
- Ashleigh
International Variants
- Aisling (Irish)
- Asher (Hebrew)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ashly was first seen in the United States in 1969. Ashly has ranked as high as #1098 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Ashly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ashly
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |