Ashley

Meaning of Ashley

It means 'ash tree meadow' or 'ash tree clearing.' It refers to a place where ash trees grew.

Ashley has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Ashley

Ashley has cooled off, slipping to #164 in 2025, down from a peak of #4 in 2000.

Notable people named Ashley

• Ashley Judd
  Actress, activist, humanitarian
• Ashley Olsen
  Fashion designer, former actress
• Ashley Tisdale
  Actress, singer, producer
• Ashley Graham
  Supermodel, body positivity activist
• Ashley Benson
  Actress, Pretty Little Liars

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Questions about the name Ashley

What does the name Ashley mean?

Ashley means it means 'ash tree meadow' or 'ash tree clearing.' it refers to a place where ash trees grew, and it comes from English origins.

Is Ashley a boy's or a girl's name?

Ashley is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Ashley?

In 2025, Ashley ranked #164 for girls, down from #124 the year before.

When was Ashley most popular?

Ashley peaked at #4 in 2000.