Hailey

At a Glance: Name: Hailey – Meaning: a cleared meadow where hay was grown – Origin: Old English (place name/surname) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: HAY-lee

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Hailey comes from Old English, where it began as a place name and surname for a cleared meadow where hay was grown. Pronounced HAY-lee (IPA /ˈheɪli/), it carries a modern, nature-leaning feel — simple, grounded, and easy to say.

Meaning & Origin of Hailey

Meaning: A cleared meadow where hay was grown.

Origin: Old English (place name/surname).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Hailey

Phonetic: HAY-lee   IPA: /ˈheɪli/

Popularity of Hailey

Hailey reached its highest point in 2010 at #19, given to 7,025 girls that year, and has since cooled to #100 in 2024 with 2,620 babies given the name.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1922–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Hailey mean?

A cleared meadow where hay was grown. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Hailey)

How do you pronounce Hailey?

Hailey is pronounced HAY-lee (IPA: /ˈheɪli/).

Is Hailey a popular name right now?

Hailey peaked at #19 in 2010 and is ranked #100 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1922–2024.)

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