Rising since 1999, #2,368 for girls today.
Popularity of Atley since 1918
Babies named Atley per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 8 |
| 1920s | 0 | 21 |
| 1930s | 0 | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 | 5 |
| 2000s | 122 | 142 |
| 2010s | 433 | 293 |
| 2020s | 341 | 185 |
Meaning & origin
Atley entered U.S. birth records in 1999 and has since risen in popularity, particularly during the 2010s. The name reached its peak rank of 2,368 in 2025, a year in which about 1 in 21,148 newborns received the name. It is most frequently given in Florida and Texas, reflecting a modern naming style. While its exact origin is uncertain, Atley fits a pattern of surname-inspired names ending in '-ley' that have become fashionable for both sexes.
Atley is a modern given name that may have originated as a variant of Ashley, itself from an Old English place name meaning 'ash tree clearing.' It also appears as an English surname, derived from a place name in England. As a first name, Atley has seen occasional use since the late 20th century, predominantly in the United States.
Where Atley is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Att, Lee
Sibling names for Atley
Names that share Atley's style, for a brother or sister.
