Island meadow or hazel grove
Isley is an English surname-turned-given-name. It likely derives from the Old English words 'eg' meaning island and 'leah' meaning meadow, or alternatively from the Middle English 'hesli' referring to a hazel grove. It has gained modern appeal due to its melodic sound and association with the famous musical family.
About 62 girls were named Isley in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American musician and composer
Influential American R&B and soul group (surname namesake)
