Ashlie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ashlie originates from Old English, meaning 'ash tree clearing'. It has evolved through various historical forms, reflecting a connection to nature. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with modern femininity. There is no biblical relevance linked to this name.
The name Ashlie is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ashlie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ashlie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1832nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 530th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1524th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7888th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ashlie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ashlie"
Pronunciation
/ˈæʃli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Ashlie is derived from the Old English word 'æsc', meaning 'ash tree', combined with 'leah', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. It reflects a connection to nature and the landscape.
Meaning
ash tree clearing
Language Evolution
Æscleigh (Old English), Ashleigh (Modern English), Ashlie (Contemporary variant)
Historical Usage
The name Ashlie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of Ashley, particularly among girls, and has been commonly used since the 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Ashley, Ashleigh, Aisleigh, Ashly
Modern Popularity & Image
Ashlie is perceived as a trendy and feminine name, often associated with nature and beauty. It is considered modern and stylish.
Famous People
Ashlie Atkinson, an American actress, Ashlie Burkhardt, an American television personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ashlie"
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 of "Ashlie"
"Ashlie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1832nd of 19264 | 802 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 530th of 27321 | 6,901 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1524th of 35406 | 2,187 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7888th of 30306 | 168 |
Regional Popularity of "Ashlie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ashlie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
74.91% 2200th/2937 |
92.94% 3237th/3483 |
35.30% 1242nd/3518 |
48.89% 1977th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.62% 465th/3685 |
16.67% 746th/4475 |
9.45% 491st/5194 |
8.28% 523rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.41% 1439th/4582 |
38.54% 1990th/5164 |
23.29% 1703rd/7313 |
18.01% 1344th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
73.79% 5034th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ashlie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ashlie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.