Harley

At a Glance: Name: Harley – Meaning: hare's meadow (an alternate first element, 'rock', is also noted in some sources) – Origin: Old English – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: HAR-lee

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Harley is a gender-neutral name with roots in Old English, most often traced to 'hare's meadow,' though some sources point to an alternate first element meaning 'rock.' It's pronounced HAR-lee (/ˈhɑːrli/), and it carries a free-spirited, boho, bold, outdoorsy, nature-inspired, vintage mix on the style scale. For parents wanting a name that works across genders, Harley is built for that from the start.

Meaning & Origin of Harley

Meaning: Hare's meadow (an alternate first element, 'rock', is also noted in some sources).

Origin: Old English.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Harley

Phonetic: HAR-lee   IPA: /ˈhɑːrli/

Popularity of Harley

SSA records for Harley run from 1880 through 2024, with its highest-ever ranking at #164 in 1887 (77 babies) and its most recent standing at #397 in 2024 (795 babies).

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Harley mean?

Hare’s meadow (an alternate first element, ‘rock’, is also noted in some sources). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Harley)

How do you pronounce Harley?

Harley is pronounced HAR-lee (IPA: /ˈhɑːrli/).

Is Harley a popular name right now?

Harley peaked at #164 in 1887 and is ranked #397 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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