Hayleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hayleigh has its origins in Modern English and is derived from a place name meaning 'hay clearing' or 'hay meadow'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Hailey and Hayley. The name connotes traits of creativity and individuality. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name. Hayleigh gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently viewed as a trendy and modern name.
The name Hayleigh is most popular in North Carolina, 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, Hayleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Hayleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3383rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1032nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1895th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hayleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hayleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Hayleigh is a variant of Hailey, which originates from a place name in England meaning 'hay clearing' or 'hay meadow'. It combines elements of Old English 'heg' (hay) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow).
Meaning
hay clearing, hay meadow
Language Evolution
Hailey, Hayley, Halegh, Hale
Historical Usage
Hayleigh gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of traditional names, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Hailey, Hayley, Hailie, Haylee
Modern Popularity & Image
Hayleigh is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Hayleigh Smith, a popular social media influencer, Hayleigh Williams, a singer-songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hayleigh"
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 "Hayleigh"
"Hayleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3383rd of 27321 | 477 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1032nd of 35406 | 3,735 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1895th of 30306 | 1,285 |
Regional Popularity of "Hayleigh" 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 "Hayleigh" 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) |
66.32% 2444th/3685 |
- |
46.57% 2419th/5194 |
61.80% 3904th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.27% 883rd/4582 |
22.35% 1154th/5164 |
11.42% 835th/7313 |
24.60% 1836th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.39% 1888th/3984 |
40.07% 1798th/4487 |
23.50% 1603rd/6822 |
51.48% 3231st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hayleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hayleigh" 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.