Girl · 28th of 35,406
Hailey
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
179,122
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2003
Peak Popularity Year
8,808
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Hailey 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
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 Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
Old English
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.
Meaning
Hay clearing
Language Evolution
Hægelīc, Haleg, Hailey
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.
Variants & Derivatives
Hayley, Haley, Hailie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hailey is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with modernity and charm.
Famous People
Hailey Bieber, Hailey Steinfeld, Hailey Clauson
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:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 8,808 peak births in 2003
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
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 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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Hailly
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Hailye
Halei
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Halie
Haliegh
Haliey
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Haylei
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Hayli
Haylie
Hayliee
Hayliegh
Hayllie
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Heili
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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 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |