Girl · 171st of 27,321
Ashlee
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
43,753
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1987
Peak Popularity Year
2,478
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Ashlee stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Ashlee is an English name that means 'ash tree clearing,' originating from Old English. The name has evolved from Æscleah to various forms, including Ashley and Ashlee. It gained significant popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with a youthful persona. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈæʃli/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Ashlee is derived from the Old English words 'æsc' meaning 'ash tree' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'.
Meaning
Ash tree clearing
Language Evolution
Æscleah, Ashlea, Ashley, Ashlee
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a feminine variation of the traditionally male name Ashley.
Variants & Derivatives
Ashley, Ashlea, Ashleigh, Aisling
Modern Popularity & Image
Ashlee is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a youthful and vibrant image.
Famous People
Ashlee Simpson, Ashlee Keating, Ashlee L. Smith
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,478 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 7 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8050th of 10718 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4426th of 16616 | 173 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11138th of 24088 | 68 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1104th of 19264 | 1,749 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 171st of 27321 | 27,942 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 391st of 35406 | 12,893 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2397th of 30306 | 911 |