64%RatingSave Gender Feminine & Masculine Usage English Pronounced Pron. /ˈpɹɛs.li/ [key·simplify] Meaning & History From an English surname that was originally derived from a place name meaning "priest clearing" (Old English preost and leah). This surname was borne by musician Elvis Presley (1935-1977). Related Names RootPresley (surname) PopularityDetails Last ranked #456 in 2023 England and Wales Last ranked #197 in 2023 (f) #783 in 1903 (m) United States People think this name isRate·Details modern youthful wholesome strong refined strange simple Categories Billy Joel songs, celebrity babies, derived from a surname, male to female, nature, place names, religion, surnames, U2 songs