Girl · 1344th of 30,306
Everley
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,208
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2019
Peak Popularity Year
240
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Everley 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
The name Everley has Old English roots, meaning 'boar clearing'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Eoforleah and Everlega to its current spelling. The name is associated with nature and strength, and it has no direct biblical relevance. Everley gained popularity in the late 19th century and has become trendy in recent years, with variants like Everlee and Everleigh. Notable individuals with this name include the musical duo the Everley Brothers.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛvərli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Everley is derived from the Old English elements 'eofor', meaning 'boar', and 'leah', meaning 'wood' or 'clearing'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'clearing where boars are found'.
Meaning
boar clearing
Language Evolution
Eoforleah, Everlega, Everley
Historical Usage
Everley gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a given name and has seen a resurgence in recent years as a trendy choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Everlee, Everleigh, Everly
Modern Popularity & Image
Everley is perceived as a modern, stylish name that conveys a sense of nature and strength. It is often associated with a contemporary and trendy image.
Famous People
Everley Brothers (musical duo), Everley McAuliffe (social media influencer)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 240 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 33 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 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 2 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11695th of 35406 | 123 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1344th of 30306 | 2,085 |