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Langley
Pronounced LANG-lee /ˈlæŋ.li/High
Meaning: From an English place/surname, 'the long meadow/wood' (from Old English lang, 'long', + leah, 'wood/clearing'); used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the placeLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Langley comes from an English place/surname, 'the long meadow/wood' (from Old English lang, 'long', + leah, 'wood/clearing'; we note the place). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'LANG-lee'; nickname Lang).
In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare, the-long-meadow at the root, and modern.
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What does the name Langley mean?
Langley is an English place/surname, 'the long meadow/wood'; used for both sexes; here for a girl. We note the place.
How do you pronounce Langley?
It's said LANG-lee /ˈlæŋ.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Langley a boy or girl name?
Langley is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Langley?
Langley is a rare name in the U.S.













