Origin and Meaning of Ashleah

A variant of Ashley, meaning 'ash tree clearing' or 'ash meadow'.

Origin: English - Derived from the Old English elements 'æsc' meaning 'ash tree' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing or meadow'. The name has evolved over time with variations such as Ashley.

• Ashleah is a modern variant of the more common name Ashley, which has roots in English place names.
• While Ashley was traditionally a male name in England, it has primarily been used for females in the United States since the 1980s.
• Notable uses of the name Ashleah include a few modern fictional characters and social media influencers, although it is not widely recognized among historical figures.
• Ashleah has not ranked in the top 1000 names in the United States, indicating it is relatively uncommon compared to its parent name, Ashley.
• Variations of Ashleah include Ashleigh, Ashlee, and Ashely, each with its own usage and popularity across different regions.