Girl · 460th of 35,406
Hailee
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
16,324
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2003
Peak Popularity Year
850
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Hailee stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Hailee is a modern English name derived from the Old English 'Hālig', meaning 'hay clearing' or 'hay meadow'. Its historical forms trace back to the Old and Middle English versions. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is often associated with a modern and creative image. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Hailee is a modern variant of the name Haley, which is derived from the Old English surname 'Hālig', meaning 'hay clearing' or 'hay meadow'.
Meaning
hay clearing, hay meadow
Language Evolution
Hālig (Old English), Halig (Middle English), Haley (Modern English), Hailee (Modern variant)
Historical Usage
The name Hailee gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy variant of Haley, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Haley, Hailey, Haylee, Hailie
Modern Popularity & Image
Hailee is viewed as a modern, trendy name that appeals to younger generations. It is often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Hailee Steinfeld, an American actress and singer, Hailee Lautenbach, an American social media influencer
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 850 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 43 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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Haeleigh
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Haeli
Haelie
Haely
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Haileigh
Hailey
Haili
Hailie
Hailiey
Haillee
Hailley
Haillie
Hailly
Haily
Hailye
Halei
Haleigh
Haley
Halie
Haliegh
Haliey
Haylee
Haylei
Hayleigh
Hayley
Hayli
Haylie
Hayliee
Hayliegh
Hayllie
Hayly
Heiley
Heili
Heilly
Heily
Heylee
Heyley
Heyli
Heylie
Khailey
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22675th of 24088 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13377th of 19264 | 20 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1090th of 27321 | 2,510 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 460th of 35406 | 10,505 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 979th of 30306 | 3,283 |