Hedley name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 21st, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old English
Usage: English, Finnish, Swedish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Hedley he(d)-ley
Meaning: Heathery Clearing and From a Surname and Place Name
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What does Hedley mean?

Offbeat Old English Hedley bestowed upon boys, meaning of Hedley is "Clearing of Heather or From a Surname and Place Name" is especially used in Swedish, English, Finnish and Norwegian. Meaning of Hedley is Clearing of Heather or From a Surname and Place Name is used majorly in Swedish, English, Finnish and Norwegian.

Its origin is in Old English is a boy name. Hedley is amalgamation of HETH and unfading and illustrous LEAH, which itself is English equivalent of Lea. LEAH is English equivalent of Lea, which itself is French equivalent of Leah that is usedforeign.

Also LEAH is French equivalent of Leah that is usedforeign.

How do I pronounce Hedley?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Hedley is he(d)-ley.

Variants of Hedley

Headleah, Harley, Arleigh, Arlie, Harleyann

Names that rhyme with Hedley

How popular is the name Hedley?

Hedley is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, its highest ever rank is 1991 (2005) in its 12 years run on England and Wales naming chart. Hedley is a rare baby name in United States where it may not be used now since it isn't seen since 1925.

Hedley is a common name in England while somewhat familiar name in Canada, South Africa, Mauritius, Wales and Turkey. As per our evaluation, over 2000 babies have been bestowed Hedley around the globe.

YearRankBirths
192537406
192235317

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What numerology tells about Hedley?

You are lagging behind on motivational front. You appreciate freedom and like to hang around open-minded people without prejudgments about others. You like to help but when you are the one needing help, you rely on yourself first. You possess great communication skills. Don't settle for an ordinary life. Don't be ordinary. Achieving inner peace and harmony in life is what's most important to you.

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  •  Lias means My God is Yahweh used for baby boys has its origin in Hebrew is mainly used in Finnish and Faroese
  •  Santra means Sweet Like an Orange is used as a girl name is specifically used in Swedish, Telugu and Finnish
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Sibling Names for Hedley

If you're looking for sibling names that pair well with the unique moniker "Hedley," you've come to the right place! We've compiled a list of 20 names for boys and girls that complement Hedley's quirky, offbeat style. From classic choices to trendy picks, these names are sure to inspire your search for the perfect sibling name.

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Famous people named Hedley

  • Hedley Atkins, first professor of surgery at Guy's Hospital and President of the Royal College of Surgeons
  • Hedley Vicars, British Army officer and evangelical
  • Hedley Bull, philosopher
  • Hedley Marston, Australian biochemist
  • Hedley, Canadian pop rock group originating
  • Hedley Verity, professional cricketer
  • Hedley Howarth, international cricketer
  • Hedley Bunton, missionary in China and a Minister in the Congregational Church
  • Hedley Woodhouse, Canadian jockey
  • Hedley Francis Gregory Bridges, Canadian politician
  • Hedley Hazelden, British test pilot
  • Hedley VanKuch in The Old Guard as Actress
  • Hedley Mattingly in All of Me as Actor

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  • Baby Names that mean Clearing
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  • Baby Names that mean Heather

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