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Ashby vs Ashley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ashby

Boy #5,889 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Anglo-Saxon

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,889
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ashby Rank #5,889
Ashley Rank #124

Ashley is more popular, ranked #124 vs #5889 for Ashby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ashby or Ashley more popular?

Ashley is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Ashby at #5889 in the United States.

What do Ashby and Ashley mean?

Ashby means "ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees" (Old Norse origin). Ashley means "ash tree woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Ashby and Ashley boy or girl names?

Ashby is primarily a boy name. Ashley is primarily a girl name.

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