Yardley
2 syllables
⚧ Unisex ◎ Modern American ◈ 2 syllables
"Wood clearing"

From Modern American

The name Yardley is generally understood as a modern variant, stylistic spelling, or related form connected to the root name Yaritza. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

← All unisex names
Yardley at a glance
MeaningWood clearing
OriginModern American
GenderUnisex
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 9
US Rank (today)#15009
Google AdSense — 728×90
Origin & history of Yardley
1
Modern American roots
The name Yardley is generally understood as a modern variant, stylistic spelling, or related form connected to the root name Yaritza. The root name Yaritza is commonly associated with the meaning small butterfly or water lady. Because Yardley may represent a contemporary adaptation or creative variation, its meaning is most safely interpreted through the better-documented history and symbolism connected to Yaritza.
2
Root name
The root form of Yardley is Yardley — meaning Wood clearing.
3
Modern usage
Yardley remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
Google AdSense — 728×90
How popular is Yardley?
2011 peak year
Yardley reached its widest reach during the 2010s. In 2011, 11 babies received the name (ranked #10354). In the present decade it sits well outside the top 1,000 (around #15009), with about 6 babies given the name annually. The all-time total comes to roughly 206 registrations.
Year-by-year registrations 1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
11 Babies named in peak year
(ranked #10,354)
6 Avg. per year
(last decade)
60 Total registrations
last 10 years
206 All-time total
(since 1880)
Popularity in the US today (rank #15,009) Rare
📊 Check all names registered in the United States →
Numerology of Yardley
9
Life path number
The Humanitarian
Compassion, wisdom and humanitarianism.
🌍Humanitarian
🎨Creative
🌟Wise
💝Loving
Y7
A1
R9
D4
L3
E5
Y7
Sum: 36 → Life path 9
Google AdSense — 728×90
Personality of Yardley
🌍
Compassionate soul
They carry the weight of the world with grace.
🎨
Richly creative
Deep feeling translates into deep art.
🌟
Old soul wisdom
They've always seemed wiser than their years.
💝
Unconditional love
Their love is vast and forgiving.
Google AdSense — 728×90
Names that sound like Yardley

If you love Yardley, you might love these names with a similar sound, rhythm or feel.

Names that combine with Yardley

Sibling pairings that share the timeless, classic energy of Yardley.

Middle names for Yardley

The right middle name turns Yardley into a complete story. Explore options for first-and-middle pairings, then last-name flow.

Want a personalised middle name for Yardley? Try our dedicated generator with 1,000+ pairings.

♡ Generate middle name for Yardley →
Numerology life path calculator

Enter any full name and date of birth to discover the life path number — a core numerological indicator of personality, purpose and destiny.

First name
Middle name (optional)
Last name
Date of birth
7
Life path number

How we calculated this
Yardley is a beautiful choice.
Save it to your list, share it with your partner, or keep exploring.
← Browse all unisex names
Google AdSense — 728×90