Elley is a unisex given name of Welsh origin, derived from the name Ael, which means 'noble'. It's a variant spelling of the name Elay, and it was first used as a given name in the late 19th century. Elley is also sometimes associated with English names like Alice or Ella due to its phonetic similarity. In literature, there's a notable character named Elley in H.E. Bates' novel 'The Two Sisters', published in 1953.
"The name Elley peaked in popularity between 2008 and 2011, with over 20 births each year during this period."