Rising since 2021, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Ashlie since 1963
Babies named Ashlie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 42 |
| 1970s | 611 |
| 1980s | 4,108 |
| 1990s | 3,651 |
| 2000s | 1,360 |
| 2010s | 242 |
| 2020s | 59 |
Meaning & origin
Ashlie is a variant spelling of Ashley that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1963, reflecting a broader trend of respelling established names with a feminine or individualized flair. The name reached its peak popularity in 1988, when it was given to hundreds of girls per year, but has since declined steadily. As of 2025, Ashlie ranks 10,107th, with only about 1 in 178,585 newborn girls receiving the name, a far cry from its 1980s heyday. The trajectory data shows the name has been rising since 2021, though from a very low base, suggesting a small resurgence. Ashlie remains a recognizable but uncommon choice, carrying the same English origin and meaning as its more popular counterparts.
Ashlie is a variant spelling of Ashley, which originated as a surname derived from Old English æsc (ash tree) and lēah (wood, clearing). It was first used as a given name in the late 19th century, initially for boys but shifting strongly to girls by the mid-20th century in the United States. The spelling Ashlie emerged as a feminized variant, popularized during the 1970s and 1980s when creative respellings of traditional names became fashionable.
Where Ashlie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ash, Ashie, Lee
Sibling names for Ashlie
Names that share Ashlie's style, for a brother or sister.
