Rising since 1995, #2,751 for girls today.
Popularity of Isley since 1990
Babies named Isley per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 56 | 19 |
| 2000s | 155 | 69 |
| 2010s | 584 | 132 |
| 2020s | 386 | 74 |
Meaning & origin
Isley is a modern American name that first appeared in the Social Security data in 1990, and has been on a rising trajectory since 1995. It reached its peak popularity in 2016, and as of 2025 it ranks 2,751, with approximately 1 in every 25,924 girls receiving the name. The name is most common in Texas. Its origins are somewhat uncertain, but it is likely a creative spelling of Isla or a diminutive of Isabelle, fitting a broader trend of contemporary names.
Isley is a modern name that emerged in the United States in the late 20th century. It appears to be a respelling or variant of Isla, which derives from the name of the Scottish island Islay, or a diminutive of Isabelle. The name's rise in popularity since 1995 coincides with a broader trend of altering traditional names to create a more contemporary feel.
Where Isley is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy
Variants: Islee, Isly
Sibling names for Isley
Names that share Isley's style, for a brother or sister.
