Hadley
Hadley is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Heather field or clearing where heather grows.
Origin and history
Hadley is an English surname turned given name derived from Old English place names meaning 'heather field'. Historically used for both boys and girls, it has risen sharply in popularity for girls in the United States since the late 20th century. Today, it is recognized as a modern, classic surname-style choice for American parents.
Popularity in the United States
46,595 babies in the United States have been named Hadley since 1880. It ranks #614 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #114.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.5 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
- IN (4.1 %)
- TN (3.9 %)
- NC (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 43 |
| 1970-1980 | 192 |
| 1980-1990 | 342 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,199 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,941 |
| 2010-2019 | 25,483 |
| 2020-2029 | 14,395 |
Famous people named Hadley
- Hadley Richardson: Biographical Subject
- Hadley Fraser: Actor, Singer
Nicknames
Haddie, Hads
Fun facts
- Hadley Richardson was the first wife of author Ernest Hemingway, featured prominently in his memoir A Moveable Feast.
- The name originally designated people hailing from various towns in England named Hadley or Hadleigh.
- Hadley has seen a steady rise in usage in the U.S. during the 2000s and 2010s as tailored surname names gained favor.