Hare meadow or rock meadow
Arley is derived from Old English elements, most commonly 'hara' (hare) or 'ear' (gravel/rock) combined with 'leah' (woodland, clearing, or meadow). It is a nature-inspired surname-turned-first-name that shares roots with names like Harley and Arlo. While historically more common for boys, it is increasingly viewed as a soft, gender-neutral choice.
About 92 boys were named Arley in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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