Ashley is a unisex given name, originally derived from an English surname that means "ash tree clearing". It became a popular first name for girls in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, and has since remained a common name for both boys and girls. Notable people with the name Ashley include actress Ashley Judd, football player Ashley Cole, and musician Ashley McBryde.
Ashley rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 168. Alexandra
- Rank 169. Faith
- Rank 170. Jasmine
- Rank 171. Ariella
- Rank 172. Ashley
- Rank 173. Andrea
- Rank 174. Millie
- Rank 175. June
- Rank 176. Khloe
Nicknames for Ashley
| Ash | ash | Shortened version of Ashley |
| Lee | lee | A common nickname for Ashley |
| Asher | ash-er | A play on the name Ashley |
| Ashy | ash-ee | A cute and affectionate nickname for Ashley |
| Ashy-Bashy | ash-ee-bash-ee | A fun and playful nickname for Ashley |
| Ash-K | ash-kay | A unique and modern nickname for Ashley |
Famous people named Ashley
| Ashley Judd | Actress | Known for her roles in movies such as Double Jeopardy and Kiss the Girls. |
| Ashley Olsen | Actress and Fashion Designer | Known for her role in Full House and for co-founding the fashion brands, The Row and Elizabeth and James. |
| Ashley Tisdale | Actress and Singer | Known for her roles in High School Musical and for her music career. |
| Ashley Graham | Model | Known for being a plus-size model and for promoting body positivity. |
| Ashley McBryde | Country Singer | Known for her hit songs, A Little Dive Bar in Dahlonega and One Night Standards. |
| Ashley Johnson | Actress and Voice Actress | Known for her roles in The Avengers and the video game The Last of Us. |
| Ashley Banjo | Dancer and Choreographer | Known for being a judge on Britain's Got Talent and for founding the dance group Diversity. |
| Ashley Roberts | Singer and Dancer | Known for being a member of the girl group The Pussycat Dolls. |
| Ashley Cole | Footballer | Known for his career as a left-back for Arsenal, Chelsea, and the England national team. |
| Ashley Young | Footballer | Known for his career as a winger and full-back for Manchester United and the England national team. |
Fictional character called Ashley from pop culture
| Ashley Abbott | The Young and the Restless | A character from the soap opera "The Young and the Restless". |
| Ashley Banks | The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air | A character from the sitcom "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air". |
| Ashley Davies | South of Nowhere | A character from the TV series "South of Nowhere". |
| Ashley J. Williams | Evil Dead | The protagonist of the "Evil Dead" film franchise. |
| Ashley Kerwin | Degrassi: The Next Generation | A character from the TV series "Degrassi: The Next Generation". |
| Ashley Magnus | Sanctuary | A character from the TV series "Sanctuary". |
| Ashley Mitchell | The Challenge | A contestant on the reality TV show "The Challenge". |
| Ashley O | Black Mirror | A pop star character from the "Black Mirror" episode "Rachel, Jack and Ashley Too". |
| Ashley Spinelli | Recess | A character from the animated TV series "Recess". |
| Ashley Wilkes | Gone with the Wind | A character from the novel and film "Gone with the Wind". |
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashley
| What is the origin of the name Ashley? | The name Ashley is of English origin. |
| What is the meaning of the name Ashley? | The name Ashley means "ash tree meadow. |
| Is Ashley a unisex name? | Yes, Ashley is considered a unisex name. |
| What are some famous people with the name Ashley? | Some famous people with the name Ashley include Ashley Judd, Ashley Olsen, and Ashley Tisdale. |
| What are some variations of the name Ashley? | Some variations of the name Ashley include Ashleigh, Ashlee, Ashly, and Ashlyn. |
| What is the popularity of the name Ashley? | The popularity of the name Ashley has decreased in recent years, but it was very popular in the 1980s and 1990s. |
| What are some middle names that go well with Ashley? | Some middle names that go well with Ashley include Marie, Elizabeth, Nicole, and Grace. |
| What is the nickname for Ashley? | The most common nickname for Ashley is Ash. |