Ainsley: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced AYNZ-lee · 2 syllables
Ainsley means “alone, solitary; hermitage”, from English.
Habitational surname for someone from Annesley, Nottinghamshire or Ansley, Warwickshire, both from Old English anne (“alone, solitary”) or ansetl (“hermitage”) + leah (“woodland, clearing”).
- Meaning
- alone, solitary; hermitage
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- AYNZ-lee
- US rank (2025)
- #483
- US babies a year
- about 604 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Ainsley?
Ainsley was the #483 name in the US in 2025, given to 629 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 37% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #483 |
| Canada | #800 |
| Australia | #576 |
How old are people named Ainsley?
Half of US adults named Ainsley are older than 22; most are between 18 and 40. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Ainsley
What does the name Ainsley mean?
Ainsley means “alone, solitary; hermitage”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Ainsley?
Ainsley is pronounced AYNZ-lee.
How popular is the name Ainsley?
Ainsley was the #483 name in the US in 2025, given to 629 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 37% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Ainsley?
Half of US adults named Ainsley are older than 22. Most are between 18 and 40.