Hermits meadow or meadow of the solitary one
Derived from the Old English elements 'ansetl' (hermitage) and 'leah' (woodland or meadow). It originally served as a habitational surname for those living near such a location in England. Today, it is used as a rare and gender-neutral given name with a distinctively sophisticated feel.
Less common today
Aynsley isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,221 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
English drummer who played with Frank Zappa and Journey
British blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter
