Hartley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationHART-lee / /ˈhɑːrtli/English; Old English
Meaning
English: 'hart' (stag) + 'leah' (clearing); Old English: 'from the stag's meadow'
Historical & Cultural Background
Hartley is a name of English origin, derived from Old English elements. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name is associated with various places in England, often indicating a location near a clearing where stags were found. It has gained popularity as a first name in recent years.
Trend Summary
Hartley has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a girl's name in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hartlie
- Hartleigh
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hartley was first seen in the United States in 1984. Hartley has ranked as high as #1213 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Hartley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hartley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 16 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| AL | 7 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| AR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 88 |
| 2011 | 98 |
| 2012 | 101 |
| 2013 | 128 |
| 2014 | 118 |
| 2015 | 133 |
| 2016 | 143 |
| 2017 | 143 |
| 2018 | 134 |
| 2019 | 127 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 114 |
| 2022 | 111 |
| 2023 | 130 |
| 2024 | 147 |