Ashli

“A beloved name with deep roots” — Associated with charm and beauty

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10396US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

5.7kAll-time births

📅 Since 197000.02% of births at peak

What does Ashli mean and where does it come from?

Ashli is a modern variant of Ashley, which originally comes from Old English meaning 'ash tree clearing'. It became popular as a given name in the late 20th century, especially for females. The name has enjoyed consistent usage and is often associated with charm and beauty. It has appeared in variou

Cultural significance

Ashli has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a beloved name with deep roots.

Peak popularity

Reached #603 in 1989 — currently #10396 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ashli?

Ashli works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ashli Grace

How popular is Ashli right now?

Rising fast — up 1986 spots — currently #10396 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#10396 · Top 7.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10396	9	▲ up 1986 · +29% births
2022	#12382	7	▲ up 1284 · +17% births
2021	#13666	6	▼ down 7
2020	#13659	6	▼ down 2582 · -33% births
2015	#11077	9	▼ down 5920 · -67% births
2010	#5157	27	▼ down 2892 · -66% births
2005	#2265	80	▼ down 842 · -38% births
2000	#1423	130	▼ down 633 · -48% births
1995	#790	252	▼ down 66 · -13% births
1990	#724	289	▼ down 40 · +10% births
1985	#684	263	▲ up 867 · +246% births
1980	#1551	76	▲ up 721 · +105% births
1975	#2272	37	▲ up 5570 · +517% births
1970	#7842	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ashli

Best Year1985Rank #684

Peak Count289

Average Rank#5992

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202314 years

The story of Ashli

Ashli is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 5,686 total births recorded, Ashli remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7842 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10396 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ashli in 1989:

Jessica Ashley Brittany Amanda Sarah

Ashli by decade

Ashli peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	457
1980s ★	2,191
1990s	2,169
2000s	736
2010s	127
2020s	6

💎With 5,686 total births, Ashli is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Ashli?

Common

Ash

What names sound and feel like Ashli?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ashli also consider these

Ashlin

American · Irish

Nashli

American · protected by God

Ashle

American · ash tree meadow

American · A variant of

Ansli

American · A variation of

Ayli

American · oak tree

Common questions about the name Ashli

What does the name Ashli mean?

Ashli means "A beloved name with deep roots" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ashli?

Ashli is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ashli have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ashli?

Ashli originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Ashli trending right now?

Ashli is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Ashli a common or rare name?

Ashli is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.