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Annsley
Pronounced ANZ-lee /ˈænz.li/High
Meaning: -nns- spelling of Ainsley — from Old English, 'the hermitage meadow; one's own/solitary clearing' (an, 'one', plus leah)Low
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History & Origin
Annsley is an -nns- spelling of Ainsley — from Old English, 'the hermitage or solitary clearing/meadow' (possibly an, 'one, alone', or a personal name, plus leah, 'meadow'; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern surname-name, popular for girls; the Ann- styling personalizes it (nicknames Annie, Lee).
It registers thinly beside Ainsley. Rare, the-solitary-clearing at the root, and modern.
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What does the name Annsley mean?
Annsley spells Ainsley — Old English 'the hermitage meadow; the solitary clearing'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Annsley?
It's said ANZ-lee /ˈænz.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Annsley a boy or girl name?
Annsley is a girl's name.
How popular is Annsley?
Annsley is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Ainsley is more common.