Hayley name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 21st, 2023
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old English
Usage: English, English, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Hayley ha(y)-ley
Meaning: From the Hay Meadow and Ingenious
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What does Hayley mean?

Famed Hayley is originated from Old English is predominantly used in English, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish and Swedish, Hayley means "From the Hay Meadow or Ingenious" is a gender insensitive name . Hayley is variation of darling, perpetual and leading Haley.

Haley is variation of acclaimed Hayley. Haley is English equivalent of Hailey. Meaning of Haley is Scientific, Ingenious and Usually a Surname has its origin in Old English. Hayley is English equivalent of Hailey.

How do I pronounce Hayley?

Two syllabled Hayley is most commonly pronounced as ha(y)-ley.

Variants of Hayley

Haeley, Haley, Hailey, Hali, Haileyjade, Haeleigh, Halee

Names that rhyme with Hayley

How popular is the name Hayley?

Hayley was among the popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1960 around 49156 babies have been given the moniker. When at the peak of its usage in 1996, the moniker grabbed the 120th spot and 2617 baby girls were given the name.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 66 years but still going strong on charts. In addition to that, the first name has been in the top 500 baby names 31 times Also, Hayley was among the popular names in England and Wales.

Since emerging in 1996 around 5494 babies have been given the first name. At the peak of its usage in 1996, it ranked 57th when 1088 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

After 23 years, the name has past its prime. Moreover, the first name has been to the top 100 baby names 2 times

A common name in Ireland with over 1449 new-borns have been given the name since 1968.

The name is current favorite of the parents, in 1997, it ranked 48th when 130 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls. Also, A common name in New South Wales having over 7095 recievers in 38 years of usage.

Presently the name is rising, in 2003, 314 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 18th position. Also, Hayley was a common name in Queensland. Over 4623 babies have been named Hayley since 1977.

At its zenith in 2005,. However after 43 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts. Also, A common name in Victoria with over 520 new-borns have been given the name since 2008.

When at its peak in 2008, it ranked 30th when 123 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

Hayley is a familiar baby name in Netherlands, during its short term of usage, the name has been to the top 300 names.

Recently in 2019, 53 babies were given Hayley and it reached its peak ranking, 260 on girl names chart. There are over 165 babies that have been given the name Hayley in Netherlands.

Also, in Belgium, the name has been in use since 2002 and has secured the place in top 200 names. In 2007, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 177 on girl names chart when 54 babies were given the name Hayley.

There are over 515 babies that have been given the name Hayley in Belgium.

In France, Hayley is a unique name where it has been in use since 2007 and has secured the place in top 2000 names.

Recently in 2018, it ranked 1316th when 30 girls were named Hayley. There are over 244 babies that have been given the name Hayley in France. Hayley is an uncommon baby name in Northern Territory where it is still in use.

But Hayley is a popular baby name in England where every 1 in 800 have the name as well as in, Australia, South Africa and Wales. As per our estimate, over 120000 babies have been bestowed Hayley around the globe.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018632469
2017612492
2016622476
2015547565
2014517594
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Hayley in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands5527565
Sweden558624
Norway551639
Denmark50440

What numbers say about Hayley?

Sometimes, you are self-doubtful. Other times, your self-confidence is high. When it comes to love, you can't stand a monogamous relationship. People take you as a self-absorbed person but you don't care how they take you. You are daring and courageous. You are not like other people. You can't get used to a boring life and monotony. Leave aside your religion and mix with people from different cultures and races.

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  •  Wiley - Noteworthy and Evergreen unisex name Wiley is commonly used in English. Its origin is in Old English, meaning of Wiley is "From the Water Meadow or Will-helmet". Outstanding name Wiley managed to bag 463rd position among baby boy names in 1950 in United States
  •  Elmore - Long standing and Darling Elmore principally is used in English has its origin in Old English, meaning of Elmore is "Lives at the Elm Tree Moor or Elm Ridge" is bestowed upon both boys and girls
  •  Alfonso - Of Italian, Gothic and German origin, Well-Liked and Enduring Alfonso is specifically used in Swedish and Norwegian, Alfonso means "Spanish Form of Alphonse, Ready for Battle or Eager for War" is used for both sexes
  •  Hosea - Predominant and Perpetual Hebrew Hosea bestowed upon both boys and girls, used in Danish, Finnish and English, meaning of Hosea is "God has Helped / Freed, Yasha or Hoshea"
  •  Daphne means Laurel Tree or Laurel has its origin in Old Greek, used in German, Greek and English is a gender-neutral name
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Middle names for Hayley

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Sibling Names for Hayley

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Famous people named Hayley

  • Hayley Tullett, Welsh middle distance runner mainly competing over 1500 metres
  • Hayley McQueen, British TV sports presenter and reporter and RTS award winning producer
  • Hayley Wickenheiser, Canadian former ice hockey player
  • Hayley Westenra, New Zealand singer, classical crossover artist
  • Hayley Mills, English actress
  • Hayley Cropper, fictional character
  • Hayley Jensen, Australian singer and songwriter
  • Hayley Lewis, Australian former competitive swimmer best
  • Hayley Aitken, musical artist
  • Hayley Smith, fictional character
  • Hayley Angel Holt, actress born in London, England
  • Hayley Atwell, British-American actress
  • Hayley Peirsol, American former distance swimmer
  • Hayley Tamaddon, British actress of Iranian descent,
  • Hayley Williams, American singer, songwriter, musician
  • Hayley Barr, American actress
  • Hayley Roberts in High Country: Part 2 as Actress
  • Hayley Pearl in Jindabyne as Actress
  • Hayley Beveridge in The Fall of Eve as Producer
  • Hayley J. Williams in The Bourne Ultimatum as Special Effects
  • Hayley Rivers in Hookers Inc. as
  • Hayley O'Connor in Foam Wars: Maximum Plastic as Actress
  • Hayley Bishop in When Janet Killed Jonny as Actress
  • Hayley Vrana in Mahogany Sunrise as Actress
  • Hayley Hasselhoff is an American actress and model.
  • In 2005 action and horror flick, Choker, Hayley DuMond portrayed Leader.
  • In 2021, Hayley Mortison played the role of N in comedy, reality-tv film Cannes Without a Plan.
  • Hayley Sanchez portrayed the critical character of Chelsea in 2009 action and comedy flick Lost in the Woods.

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