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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Stag/deer meadow or clearing
- Origin
- Old English
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- HART-lee
Hartley (pronounced HART-lee) is an Old English name built from a real place description: a stag or deer meadow, a clearing where deer would gather. It's used as a name for either a boy or a girl, and its rooted, outdoor meaning lines up with the free-spirited, boho and outdoorsy, nature-inspired styles it's often grouped under.
Meaning & Origin of Hartley
Meaning: Stag/deer meadow or clearing.
Origin: Old English.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Hartley
HART-leeIPA /ˈhɑːrtli/
Popularity of Hartley
SSA records for Hartley go back to 1892, and the name hit its highest rank in 1895 at #717, when 10 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #1482, with 147 babies given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Hartley mean?
Stag/deer meadow or clearing. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hartley?
Hartley is pronounced HART-lee (IPA: /ˈhɑːrtli/).
Is Hartley a popular name right now?
Hartley peaked at #717 in 1895 and is ranked #1482 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1892–2024.)
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