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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Heather clearing/meadow
- Origin
- English (surname/place name, Old English)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- HAD-lee
Hadley is a neutral name with English roots, drawn from an Old English surname and place name that literally means heather clearing or meadow. It's pronounced HAD-lee (IPA /ˈhædli/), and it carries a free-spirited, boho, outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel with a vintage soul. If you're researching it for a baby, it reads as an outdoorsy, unfussy pick with real ties to the English countryside rather than a coined or invented name.
Meaning & Origin of Hadley
Meaning: Heather clearing/meadow.
Origin: English (surname/place name, Old English).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Hadley
HAD-leeIPA /ˈhædli/
Popularity of Hadley
Hadley peaked at #100 in 2014, when 3,015 babies were given the name, and has since eased to #114 in 2024 with 2,380 babies — a gentle step back from its high point, but still a name plenty of parents are choosing.
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FAQ
What does the name Hadley mean?
Heather clearing/meadow. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hadley?
Hadley is pronounced HAD-lee (IPA: /ˈhædli/).
Is Hadley a popular name right now?
Hadley is near its all-time peak (#100 in 2014), ranked #114 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1906–2024.)
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