Arley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-lee / ˈɑːrliEnglish; Old English
Meaning
English: 'eagle meadow'; Old English: 'hare clearing'
Historical & Cultural Background
Arley is a name of English origin, derived from Old English elements. It has been used as both a given name and a surname. The name reflects a connection to nature, particularly through its meanings related to meadows and wildlife. Arley has seen varying levels of popularity over the years, often associated with rural and pastoral imagery.
Trend Summary
Arley has experienced a modest level of popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Arleigh
- Arli
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Arley was first seen in the United States in 1885. Arley has ranked as high as #1291 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, West Virginia, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Arley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Arley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 22 | |
| TX | 13 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 9 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1892 | 9 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 8 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 21 |
| 1913 | 22 |
| 1914 | 30 |
| 1915 | 54 |
| 1916 | 42 |
| 1917 | 46 |
| 1918 | 47 |
| 1919 | 42 |
| 1920 | 44 |
| 1921 | 48 |
| 1922 | 63 |
| 1923 | 59 |
| 1924 | 40 |
| 1925 | 50 |
| 1926 | 60 |
| 1927 | 57 |
| 1928 | 46 |
| 1929 | 53 |
| 1930 | 37 |
| 1931 | 37 |
| 1932 | 46 |
| 1933 | 42 |
| 1934 | 43 |
| 1935 | 37 |
| 1936 | 44 |
| 1937 | 48 |
| 1938 | 28 |
| 1939 | 29 |
| 1940 | 37 |
| 1941 | 28 |
| 1942 | 39 |
| 1943 | 32 |
| 1944 | 37 |
| 1945 | 30 |
| 1946 | 38 |
| 1947 | 29 |
| 1948 | 31 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 33 |
| 1952 | 21 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 21 |
| 1955 | 21 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 19 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 42 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 90 |
| 2013 | 46 |
| 2014 | 63 |
| 2015 | 61 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 64 |
| 2019 | 88 |
| 2020 | 68 |
| 2021 | 56 |
| 2022 | 68 |
| 2023 | 83 |
| 2024 | 73 |