Ashley
[ˈæʃli]Meaning
From the ash tree meadow
Background Story
The name Ashley originated from an English surname that was derived from place names. It gained popularity in the 20th century as a first name and has been used prominently in popular culture, including the character Ashley Wilkes from Margaret Mitchell's novel 'Gone with the Wind'.
Variations
Ashleigh, Ashleyann, Ashli
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