Haley
Haley is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hay clearing or hay meadow.
Origin and history
Haley originated as an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'hay clearing' or 'hay meadow'. It gained immense popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 20th century. While its popularity has peaked, it remains a familiar classical choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
159,511 babies in the United States have been named Haley since 1880. It ranks #249 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #630.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.6 %)
- CA (8.2 %)
- OH (4.6 %)
- FL (4.5 %)
- GA (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 45 |
| 1900-1910 | 32 |
| 1910-1920 | 70 |
| 1920-1930 | 78 |
| 1930-1940 | 33 |
| 1940-1950 | 22 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 376 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,191 |
| 1980-1990 | 12,776 |
| 1990-2000 | 71,197 |
| 2000-2010 | 57,056 |
| 2010-2019 | 12,889 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,734 |
Famous people named Haley
- Haley Lu Richardson: Actress
- Haley Joel Osment: Actor
- Haley Reinhart: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Hales, Lee, Hay
Fun facts
- Haley reached the top 10 most popular girl names in the United States during the late 1990s.
- The name originally designated someone who lived near a hay meadow in Old English settlement locations.