Haley Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAY-lee / /ˈheɪli/English; Irish
Meaning
English: hay clearing; Irish: hero
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Haley has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from a surname that originated from a place name meaning 'hay clearing.' In Irish, it is associated with the meaning 'hero.' The name has gained popularity in various forms over the years, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Haley has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hayley
- Hailey
- Haley
International Variants
- Hailey (English)
- Hayley (English)
Famous people named Haley
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Haley was first seen in the United States in 1916. Haley has ranked as high as #1295 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky, California, District of Columbia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Haley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Haley (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 38 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 41 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 47 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |