Ashlea
Meaning of Ashlea
Ashlea is an English feminine given name, a phonetic variant of Ashley, derived from the Old English elements “æsc” (ash tree) and “lēah” (woodland clearing). Its pronunciation, ASH-lee (/æʃli/), reflects a straightforward phonemic adaptation that preserves the original lexical roots while offering a distinctive spelling. Analytically, Ashlea conveys associations of natural resilience and clarity, evoking the sturdy ash tree and an open meadow. In Texas newborn data from 1973 to 2001, Ashlea maintained a modest but consistent presence, ranking between 235th and 314th: it peaked in 1987 with 37 occurrences at 235th place and averaged roughly 10–25 annual births through the early 1990s. This pattern suggests a regional preference for classical English variants without dramatic fluctuation.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ASH-lee (/æʃli/)
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Notable People Named Ashlea
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