Hailey
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
179,122 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2003 Peak Popularity Year
8,808 Peak Births

Hailey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Hailey has Old English origins, meaning 'hay clearing'. It evolved from historical forms such as Hægelīc and Haleg. The name reflects traits of nature and pastoral beauty. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. Hailey became popular in the late 20th century as a feminine name derived from a surname. Today, it is viewed as a stylish and appealing name, with notable individuals like Hailey Bieber and Hailey Steinfeld contributing to its modern image.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hailey"

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Pronunciation

/ˈheɪli/

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Origin

Old English

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Etymology

The name Hailey is derived from the Old English elements 'heg' meaning 'hay' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. It originally referred to someone who lived near a hay clearing or meadow.

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Meaning

Hay clearing

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Language Evolution

Hægelīc, Haleg, Hailey

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Historical Usage

Hailey gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of the surname derived from various places named Hailey.

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Variants & Derivatives

Hayley, Haley, Hailie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Hailey is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with modernity and charm.

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Famous People

Hailey Bieber, Hailey Steinfeld, Hailey Clauson

📊 Hailey Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Gradually Declining

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✨ Hailey Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 8,808 peak births in 2003

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Idaho

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Hailey" - Complete Guide (43 Names)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hailey"

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 of "Hailey"

"Hailey" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 6320th of 7545 12
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 7696th of 16616 64
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 6774th of 24088 166
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 14787th of 23106 29
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 11867th of 12526 6
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 2501st of 19264 497
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 229th of 27321 19,821
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 28th of 35406 115,201
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 74th of 30306 43,326

Regional Popularity of "Hailey" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 47.20%
3452nd/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Hailey" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
83.83%
2462nd/2937
- 61.26%
2155th/3518
39.71%
1606th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
5.94%
219th/3685
9.50%
425th/4475
3.99%
207th/5194
3.23%
204th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
0.63%
29th/4582
0.72%
37th/5164
0.44%
32nd/7313
0.33%
25th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
2.13%
85th/3984
0.91%
41st/4487
1.30%
89th/6822
0.99%
62nd/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Hailey"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Hailey" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Hailey" in the United States

The name Hailey is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Hailey has been falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too rising for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Hailey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6320th out of 7545 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7696th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6774th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14787th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2501st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 229th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 74th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hailey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Hailey name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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