Adley
Adley is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Heather meadow, or Aeda's clearing.
Origin and history
Adley is an English name derived from a surname and place name, historically meaning 'heather meadow' or 'Aeda's clearing'. Modern usage in the United States has risen notably since the 2010s, often chosen for its soft, contemporary sound. It fits alongside similar popular choices like Hadley and Addie.
Popularity in the United States
6,160 babies in the United States have been named Adley since 1880. It ranks #2176 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #621.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.2 %)
- OH (4.9 %)
- TN (4.7 %)
- PA (4.1 %)
- NC (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 234 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,155 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,766 |
Nicknames
Addie, Ads
Fun facts
- Adley has seen a significant increase in popularity in the United States since the late 2010s.
- Like many modern given names ending in '-ley', Adley originated as an English habitational surname.