Declining since 2005, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Alley since 1915
Babies named Alley per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 234 |
| 2000s | 460 |
| 2010s | 290 |
| 2020s | 67 |
Meaning & origin
Alley is a rare given name in the United States, with its first recorded use in 1915. It saw modest use in the early 20th century but never entered widespread popularity. The name experienced its highest rank in 2006 at 10,917, with a 1-in-200,908 incidence rate in 2025. However, its trajectory has been falling since 2005, indicating a decline in modern usage. While not tied to any specific top states, Alley remains a rare choice, often considered a variant of Allie.
Alley is likely a modern variant spelling of Allie, itself a diminutive of Alice or Alison. It may also arise as a pet form of names like Alexandra or Allison. The name saw some use in the early 20th century but remained rare, reappearing in the 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ali, Lee
Sibling names for Alley
Names that share Alley's style, for a brother or sister.
