Haily Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Haily originates from Old English, meaning 'hay clearing'. It evolved through historical forms from 'Heah' to 'Hayli', leading to its modern usage. The name is associated with a vibrant image and has gained popularity in recent decades, with several notable variants.
The name Haily is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Haily 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, 'Haily' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13005th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2620th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1582nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5046th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Haily' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Haily"
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Haily is derived from the Old English word 'haeg', meaning 'hay' or 'hay clearing'. It is often associated with places or regions where hay was harvested.
Meaning
Hay clearing
Language Evolution
Old English: Heah, Middle English: Hayli, Modern English: Haily
Historical Usage
Haily gained popularity in the late 20th century and has been used as a feminine given name in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Hailey, Hayley, Haley
Modern Popularity & Image
Haily is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a fresh and lively image.
Famous People
Haily Baldwin (model and television personality), Haily Ramm (actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Haily"
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 "Haily"
"Haily" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13005th of 19264 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2620th of 27321 | 688 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1582nd of 35406 | 2,071 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5046th of 30306 | 315 |
Regional Popularity of "Haily" 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 "Haily" 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) |
56.26% 2073rd/3685 |
- |
56.64% 2942nd/5194 |
37.52% 2370th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.41% 1439th/4582 |
32.88% 1698th/5164 |
25.75% 1883rd/7313 |
19.71% 1471st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
77.72% 5302nd/6822 |
66.14% 4151st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Haily"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Haily" 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.