| Meaning | white meadow |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Whitley |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Whit-ley |
Crisp, bright, and distinctly preppy, this surname-style choice brings an air of refinement and country club elegance. The -ley ending softens what could be a harsh surname, making it thoroughly wearable as a first name with undeniable feminine appeal. It evokes images of Southern charm and New England sophistication simultaneously—white picket fences, autumn leaves, and classic American style. The name has a certain luminosity to it, both in meaning-association and in sound, suggesting clarity and light. It's modern in the surname-as-first-name trend yet feels established rather than invented. The double consonant gives it substance and prevents it from feeling too wispy or insubstantial. For families with appreciation for traditional American aesthetics, classic literature, or preppy style, this hits all the right notes. It's distinctive enough to avoid confusion in crowded classrooms while familiar enough to feel comfortable and accessible. The name works beautifully with both classic and contemporary middle names, offering flexibility in creating a complete name combination that reflects your family's unique style and values.
| Whitly |
| Witney |
| Whitney |
| Whit |
| Lee |
| Witty |
| Leigh |
| Whitley Strieber | American author and paranormal researcher |
| Whitley Bayley | British professional rugby player |
| Whitley Neill | Founder of Whitley Neill Gin |
| Whitley Reiber | American figure skater and choreographer |
| Whitley Stieber | British actress |
| Whitley Smith | American singer-songwriter |
| Whitley Nicole | American social media influencer |
| Whitley Allen | American politician |
| Whitley Pittman | American model and beauty pageant titleholder |
| Whitley Striber | American film producer |
| Whitley Davies | Australian fashion designer |
| Whitley Evans | American actress |
| Whitley Kelly | Canadian singer |
| Whitley Lee | American gymnast |
| Whitley Moller | South African tennis player |
| Whitley Wallace | British journalist and news anchor |
| Whitley Day | Australian photographer |
| Whitley Mason | American lawyer and legal scholar |
| Whitley Nash | British historian and author |
| Whitley Gilbert | "A Different World" TV show character |
| Whitley Reiber | "Angel's Dance" film character |
| Whitley White | "The Parkers" TV show character |
| Whitley Smith | "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" TV show character |
| Whitley Kirk | "The Vampire Diaries" TV show character |
| Whitley Warner | "The Golden Girls" TV show character |
| Whitley Ford | "Full House" TV show character |
| Whitley Goodman | "21 Jump Street" TV show character |
| Whitley Russo | "Shameless" TV show character |
| Whitley Vance | "Grey's Anatomy" TV show character |
| Whitley McMillan | "The Bold and the Beautiful" TV show character |
| Whitley Stevens | "Soul Food" TV show character |
| Whitley Stone | "Private Practice" TV show character |
| Whitley Ryan | "One Tree Hill" TV show character |
| Whitley Hart | "The Good Wife" TV show character |
| Whitley Torres | "CSI - Miami" TV show character |
| Whitley Clarke | "90210" TV show character |
| Whitley Hamilton | "American Dad!" TV show character |
| Whitley Manning | "Scandal" TV show character |
| Whitley Marshall | "Hart of Dixie" TV show character |