Addley
Meaning of Addley
Addley, pronounced AD-lee (/ˈædli/), is a feminine name that marries the quiet dignity of its Old English roots—æthele (“noble”) and leah (“wood” or “clearing”)—with the subtly modern flourish of a surname-turned-forename, perhaps influenced by medieval variants of Hadley. Though Addley has never broken into the top tiers of popularity, peaking at thirty-eight occurrences in 2017 and ranking around 940 in the United States in 2024, its steady, low-double-digit presence speaks to a deliberate preference by parents who favor distinction over trend-chasing. Like a carefully plotted data curve, its modest ebbs and flows suggest an analytical appeal: warm yet measured, intimate without being obscure. Those who choose Addley often seek a name that conveys both heritage and possibility—an undercurrent of nobility that carries its bearer forward with quiet confidence and a dash of dry sophistication.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as AD-lee (/ˈædli/)
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