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At a Glance: Name: Ensley – Origin: English (surname/place-name, variant of Ainsley) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: ENZ-lee
Ensley (ENZ-lee) is a girl's name with an English surname and place-name background, a variant of Ainsley. It has a clean, modern feel with an outdoorsy, nature-inspired streak, which suits parents who want something fresh without straying far from familiar sounds.
Meaning & Origin of Ensley
Origin: English (surname/place-name, variant of Ainsley).
How to Pronounce Ensley
Phonetic: ENZ-lee IPA: /ˈɛnzli/
Popularity of Ensley
Ensley peaked at #588 in 2020, when 494 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #907 with 292 babies, so it's still in regular use but far less common than it was a few years ago.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1916–2024.
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FAQ
How do you pronounce Ensley?
Ensley is pronounced ENZ-lee (IPA: /ˈɛnzli/).
Is Ensley a popular name right now?
Ensley peaked at #588 in 2020 and is ranked #907 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1916–2024.)
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