US Popularity Rank: 10778

Origin: British

Meaning: Priest's meadow or clearing

Inspired by Presley is the masculine Presly, once a last name but now a personal title sweeping the nation. British in origin, Presly derives from the Old English elements preost and leah, which grant the meaning “priest’s meadow” or “priest’s clearing.” A habitational name, Presley with an “e” was often borne by those who lived on or near a priest’s land. The variant Priestley is on the nose for those seeking a more churchly title, while the more subtle Presly is reminiscent of the King of Rock and Roll.