Hayley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hayley has its roots in Old English, meaning 'hay clearing'. It evolved from historical forms such as Haya and Hayle. This name carries traits of nature and rural imagery, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently seen as a modern and trendy choice.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hayley"
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Hayley is derived from the Old English surname 'Hayley', which originally referred to someone from a place called Hayley, derived from 'haya', meaning 'hay' or 'hedge', combined with 'leah', meaning 'woodland' or 'clearing'.
Meaning
Hay clearing
Language Evolution
Haya, Haye, Hayle, Hayley
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has been used as both a given name and a surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Haylee, Haley, Hailey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hayley is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youth and vibrancy.
Famous People
Hayley Williams - American singer and songwriter, Hayley Atwell - British actress, Hayley Mills - British actress
📊 Hayley Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Hayley Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,624 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hayley"
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 "Hayley"
"Hayley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11250th of 16616 | 23 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16493rd of 24088 | 23 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3469th of 12526 | 226 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1026th of 19264 | 1,941 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 215th of 27321 | 21,042 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 227th of 35406 | 22,776 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 672nd of 30306 | 5,238 |
Regional Popularity of "Hayley" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - |
63.12% 4616th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hayley" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
68.81% 1672nd/2430 |
79.14% 2258th/2853 |
81.08% 2250th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
34.01% 999th/2937 |
32.79% 1142nd/3483 |
31.04% 1092nd/3518 |
25.40% 1027th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
5.70% 210th/3685 |
5.43% 243rd/4475 |
3.89% 202nd/5194 |
3.64% 230th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
4.26% 195th/4582 |
3.97% 205th/5164 |
3.13% 229th/7313 |
3.90% 291st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
18.85% 751st/3984 |
10.30% 462nd/4487 |
10.95% 747th/6822 |
10.90% 684th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hayley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hayley" 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 "Hayley" in the United States
The name Hayley is most popular in Nevada, 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 relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hayley has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Hayley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11250th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16493rd out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3469th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1026th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 215th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 227th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 672nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hayley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.