Hailey Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAY-lee / /ˈheɪli/English; Irish
Meaning
English: hay clearing; Irish: hero
Historical & Cultural Background
Hailey is derived from an English surname that originally referred to a location. It has gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with nature due to its meaning related to hay fields. In Irish contexts, it is linked to the meaning of a hero.
Trend Summary
Hailey has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hayley
- Haley
International Variants
- Haïli (French)
- Heili (Icelandic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hailey was first seen in the United States in 1922. Hailey has ranked as high as #1302 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Hailey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hailey (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 27 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |