Ansley
Ansley is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hermitage meadow or clearing belonging to Anslac.
Origin and history
Ansley originated as an Old English habitational surname derived from places meaning 'hermitage meadow' or 'clearing belonging to Anslac'. It gained popularity in the United States as a modern given name, particularly favored for girls starting in the late 20th century. Today, it offers a contemporary yet traditional southern-sounding charm.
Popularity in the United States
11,878 babies in the United States have been named Ansley since 1880. It ranks #1485 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1042.
States where it is most popular
- GA (39.9 %)
- FL (9.9 %)
- SC (7.8 %)
- AL (7.4 %)
- TN (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 66 |
| 1970-1980 | 206 |
| 1980-1990 | 557 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,769 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,891 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,080 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,309 |
Famous people named Ansley
- Ansley Cargill: Tennis Player, Athlete
Nicknames
Anse, Ann
Fun facts
- Ansley originally derived from a place name in Warwickshire, England, composed of Old English elements.
- Like Anslee and Ainsley, Ansley fits into the popular U.S. naming trend of using traditional English surnames ending in -ley as feminine given names.