NAME PROFILE
Carley
Carley is a modern variant of the name Carly, which has Old English roots meaning 'free man' or 'from the meadow.' It conveys a sense of independence and strength, often associated with a vibrant and dynamic personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 17,328 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1996 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1972 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%TX — 22%PA — 20%NY — 18%MI — 18%
Notable People
Carley Shimkus (Journalist, Fox News) · Carley Rae Jepsen (Singer, 'Call Me Maybe') · Carley Stenson (Actress, 'Hollyoaks') · Carley McCord (Sports Reporter, Louisiana) · Carley Simon (Singer, 'You're So Vain')
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