Haley
ha-ley
US Popularity:1179
Origin:British
Meaning:Hay meadow; hay clearing
Haley is a gender-neutral name of British origin, meaning “hay meadow” or “hay clearing.” It is derived from the Old English words heg, meaning “hay,” and leah, which translates to “clearing” or “meadow.” Haley has various spelling alternatives, including Hailey, Hayley, Hayleigh, and Hallie, providing infinite possibilities for naming your little one.
Haley Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Haley is currently #1441 on The Bump
Boy:Haley is currently #1037 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Haley is currently #785 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Haley is currently #1179 in U.S. births
Boy:Haley is currently #25892 in U.S. births
Girl:Haley is currently #1190 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#1190
in 2022
- 85
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lanksy, pg. 150, 151
Ancestry, Haley Family History
Behind the Name, Haley, january 2022
Behind the Name, Hayley, January 2022
Name Doctor, Haley
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