Hayley

Rank 826th Girl Name

In 2022, the name Hayley was 826th most popular baby name for girls and 1,558th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 336 babies were named Hayley in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 10,000 babies in the United States were named Hayley. Today, the average age of someone named Hayley is around 26 to 28 years old.

The name "Hayley" is not common today.

Nicknames for Hayley include Hay and Hays.

Hayley Meaning & Origin

Hayley is of English origin and it means "hay meadow," suggesting a connection to nature and the vibrancy of life.

The name Hayley is described as bubbly, artistic and spirited.

Pronunciation

Hayley is pronounced hey-lee in English. The name Hayley has 6 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Hayley

  • The name Hayley was popularized by the actress Hayley Mills, who starred in several Walt Disney films in the 1960s.

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Geography

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