Ainslee, of Scottish and Irish origin, is an uncommon yet elegant female given name. It is derived from the Scottish surname 'Ainslie,' which is believed to have been derived from the Scottish place name 'Easluath.' The name Easluath is composed of two elements: 'eas' meaning 'waterfall' or 'stream,' and 'luath' meaning 'swift.' Therefore, Ainslee could be interpreted as 'dweller by the swift stream.' While it has been used as a given name since the 19th century, it remains relatively rare, perhaps due to its association with the surname. The name Ainslee is often associated with strength and grace, qualities that may appeal to parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter.
The name Ainslee has seen a significant increase in popularity over time, with a notable spike occurring between the years 2000 to 2017. The peak was reached in 2017 with 89 births, marking an impressive surge from just 59 births in 2016. However, there has been a recent decline, with only 53 births recorded in 2023. Overall, since 1985, there have been a total of 1495 babies named Ainslee born.