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Farley

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Pronounced FAR-lee /ˈfɑːr.li/Medium

Meaning: From an English surname and place name, Old English fearn ('fern') plus leah ('clearing, meadow') — 'fern clearing'. Historically a boy's/unisex surname name; used here for a girl.Medium

In 30 seconds: A breezy surname-name: Farley means 'fern clearing' (said 'FAR-lee'). Airy and modern.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom an English surname and place name, Old English fearn ('fern') plus leah ('clearing, meadow') — 'fern clearing'. Historically a boy's/unisex surname name; used here for a girl.
U.S. rank (2024)#12552 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 17

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419742024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Farley is an English surname, 'fern clearing,' carried into first-name use. Long unisex-leaning, it reads modern and outdoorsy for a girl (said 'FAR-lee'). Breezy and crisp.

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, surname-style, and airy.

Did you know? Farley began as an English place name and surname, 'fern clearing,' now worn as a fresh, nature-tinged given name, which we note.
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Farley — English surname; 'fern clearing'; unisex-leaning

Variations

FarleighFarlyFairley

Nicknames

FarLee

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Farley mean?

Farley is an English surname meaning 'fern clearing,' from Old English fearn plus leah.

How do you pronounce Farley?

It's said FAR-lee /ˈfɑːr.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Farley a boy or girl name?

Farley is used here as a girl's name; it has unisex, surname-style history.

How popular is Farley?

Farley is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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