Haileigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Haileigh is a modern English name with roots tracing back to Old English, meaning 'hay clearing'. It evolved from the surname Hayley and became popular as a given name in the late 20th century. The name is perceived as trendy and often associated with youthful traits. There is no direct biblical relevance.
The name Haileigh is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Haileigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Haileigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6268th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2182nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5366th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Haileigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Haileigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Haileigh is a modern variant of the name Hayley, which originates from a surname derived from the Old English elements 'heg' meaning 'hay' and 'leah' meaning 'woodland' or 'clearing'. The name was popularized as a given name in the late 20th century.
Meaning
Hay clearing
Language Evolution
Hegleah, Hayley, Haileigh
Historical Usage
Haileigh gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the 1990s, influenced by the trend of using surnames as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Hayley, Haley, Hailie
Modern Popularity & Image
Haileigh is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a youthful and vibrant personality.
Famous People
Haileigh Vasquez, an American actress, Haileigh Johnson, a social media influencer
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✨ Haileigh Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 115 peak births in 2002
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Haileigh"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Haileigh"
"Haileigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6268th of 27321 | 201 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2182nd of 35406 | 1,337 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5366th of 30306 | 290 |
Regional Popularity of "Haileigh" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Haileigh" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
77.76% 4039th/5194 |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.92% 2150th/4582 |
43.67% 2255th/5164 |
32.04% 2343rd/7313 |
59.12% 4412th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
67.80% 4625th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Haileigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Haileigh" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.