Arley
Arley is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hare clearing or eagle wood.
Origin and history
Arley is an English name derived from Old English place names meaning 'hare clearing' or 'eagle wood.' Historically used as both a surname and a given name, it has maintained a steady, modest presence in the United States over the decades. Today, it serves as a soft, vintage choice for parents seeking an classic yet uncommon name.
Popularity in the United States
3,648 babies in the United States have been named Arley since 1880. It ranks #2122 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1490.
States where it is most popular
- CA (48.1 %)
- TX (12.6 %)
- WV (12.3 %)
- AZ (6.6 %)
- OK (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 20 |
| 1890-1900 | 68 |
| 1900-1910 | 70 |
| 1910-1920 | 318 |
| 1920-1930 | 520 |
| 1930-1940 | 391 |
| 1940-1950 | 320 |
| 1950-1960 | 217 |
| 1960-1970 | 136 |
| 1970-1980 | 92 |
| 1980-1990 | 134 |
| 1990-2000 | 180 |
| 2000-2010 | 139 |
| 2010-2019 | 603 |
| 2020-2029 | 440 |
Famous people named Arley
- Arley Benton: Baseball Player, Athlete
Fun facts
- Arley derives from Old English elements like 'hara' (hare) or 'earn' (eagle) combined with 'leah' (clearing or meadow).
- It follows the traditional English pattern of adopting geographical family surnames into given names.