Carley is a feminine name that is usually given to girls. It is a variant of the English name Carly or Carlene. The name became popular in the late 20th century, and it remains a popular choice for newborn girls today.
Carley is derived from the Old English words 'ceorl' meaning 'free peasant' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. The name can also be a variant of the name Carly, which means 'little champion' in Gaelic. Feminine form of Carl. Carley is used as a first name for girls. It is commonly used in the English-speaking world, but it is also used in other countries such as Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Carley is a spelling variant of the name Carlie. Carlie and Carley originally came about as pet forms of Carlene.