Manley
Manley is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Common clearing or man's meadow.
Origin and history
Manley is a traditional English masculine name originating as a habitational surname meaning 'common clearing' or 'man's meadow.' Historically used in the 19th and early 20th centuries, it remains a rare choice in the contemporary United States. It carries a classic, surname-as-first-name quality with strong rural roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,251 babies in the United States have been named Manley since 1880. It ranks #2726 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1909.
States where it is most popular
- NC (33.7 %)
- MI (18.2 %)
- MN (17.9 %)
- NY (9.8 %)
- AL (8.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 71 |
| 1890-1900 | 74 |
| 1900-1910 | 68 |
| 1910-1920 | 379 |
| 1920-1930 | 500 |
| 1930-1940 | 308 |
| 1940-1950 | 275 |
| 1950-1960 | 231 |
| 1960-1970 | 103 |
| 1970-1980 | 85 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 41 |
| 2000-2010 | 23 |
| 2010-2019 | 6 |
| 2020-2029 | 18 |
Famous people named Manley
- Manley Palmer Hall: Author, Philosopher
Fun facts
- The name originates from places in Cheshire and Devon, derived from Old English words for 'common' or 'man' and 'clearing'.
- Manley fits into the long-standing tradition of using English family surnames as given masculine names.