Whitley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationWIT-lee / /ˈwɪtli/English; Old English
Meaning
From the white meadow; meadow by the white stream
Historical & Cultural Background
Whitley is derived from Old English elements 'hwita' meaning 'white' and 'leah' meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name is often associated with various places in England, which contributes to its geographical significance.
Trend Summary
Whitley has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Whitlee
- Whitly
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Whitley was first seen in the United States in 1984. Whitley has ranked as high as #706 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Whitley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Whitley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 68 | |
| TN | 34 | |
| GA | 32 | |
| KY | 23 | |
| OK | 21 | |
| MO | 21 | |
| IN | 18 | |
| NC | 16 | |
| SC | 14 | |
| OH | 13 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| AL | 12 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| VA | 11 | |
| LA | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 50 |
| 1988 | 508 |
| 1989 | 480 |
| 1990 | 432 |
| 1991 | 365 |
| 1992 | 236 |
| 1993 | 206 |
| 1994 | 182 |
| 1995 | 140 |
| 1996 | 127 |
| 1997 | 105 |
| 1998 | 110 |
| 1999 | 104 |
| 2000 | 104 |
| 2001 | 90 |
| 2002 | 99 |
| 2003 | 83 |
| 2004 | 92 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 81 |
| 2007 | 75 |
| 2008 | 75 |
| 2009 | 106 |
| 2010 | 121 |
| 2011 | 156 |
| 2012 | 157 |
| 2013 | 170 |
| 2014 | 197 |
| 2015 | 222 |
| 2016 | 251 |
| 2017 | 258 |
| 2018 | 262 |
| 2019 | 281 |
| 2020 | 271 |
| 2021 | 320 |
| 2022 | 315 |
| 2023 | 383 |
| 2024 | 417 |