Ashlee Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationASH-lee / /ˈæʃli/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Ash tree meadow; Hebrew: Happy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ashlee is a variant of Ashley, which originally referred to a meadow where ash trees grow. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly for females, but has also been used for males. The name reflects a connection to nature and has been embraced in various cultures. Its usage has fluctuated over the years, influenced by trends in naming conventions.
Trend Summary
Ashlee has seen varied popularity, often influenced by trends favoring nature-inspired names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ashley
- Ashleigh
International Variants
- Asher (Hebrew)
- Aisling (Irish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ashlee was first seen in the United States in 1973. Ashlee has ranked as high as #1149 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in California, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Ashlee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ashlee (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |