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At a Glance
- Meaning
- A cleared meadow where hay was grown
- Origin
- Old English (place name/surname)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- HAY-lee
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
HAY-leeIPA /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.
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FAQ
What does the name Hailey mean?
A cleared meadow where hay was grown. (Source: Wiktionary)
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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