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Ashley is a name of ancient Anglo-Saxon origin, with its original meaning being "ash tree meadow" or "clearing with ash trees." The name evolved from the Old English words 'æsc' (ash tree) and 'lēah' (meadow or clearing). In traditional English culture, ash trees were considered mystical trees with protective powers and were associated with legends of courage and inner strength. The name was originally an English surname referring to a place of residence or geographical feature, as was common in medieval European culture. During the twentieth century, Ashley underwent a fascinating metamorphosis - from an aristocratic English surname to a popular given name, first for boys and then especially for girls. This transition began in the United States in the 1970s and 1980s, when parents sought unique and modern names. In Israel, the name Ashley arrived with the wave of Western cultural influence in the 1990s and 2000s, becoming particularly popular among families seeking an international, modern name that is easy to pronounce in both Hebrew and English. The name conveys a sense of delicacy and elegance while maintaining a touch of inner strength. Today, Ashley is perceived as a unisex name but is more common among girls, symbolizing a successful blend of tradition and innovation. In Hebrew, the name is typically written as "אשלי" and pronounced identically to English, making it an attractive choice for bilingual families or families wanting to give their children a name that functions smoothly in a global environment. The name carries values of connection to nature, openness to the world, and the ability to adapt to different spaces - just like the open meadow from which it derives.

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Ashley | Ashlee | Ashleigh | Ashly

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From a Kabbalistic perspective, the name Ashley represents the principle of balance between heaven and earth - the tree that connects deep roots in the ground with branches reaching upward. The name carries within it the energy of growth, renewal, and openness to new possibilities, while maintaining stability and rootedness.

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Ashley Waxman Bakshi (Israeli entrepreneur) | Ashley Judd (American actress) | Ashley Simpson (American singer) | Ashley Olsen (actress and fashion designer) | Ashley Graham (American model) | Ashley Benson (American actress) | Ashley Tisdale (actress and singer) | Ashley Cole (English footballer)

לסלי | קלי | הילי

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