Hayli Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hayli has English origins, derived from the Old English elements meaning 'hay clearing'. It evolved through several historical forms including Hegleah and Hailey. The name has gained popularity since the 1990s and is often associated with modernity and creativity. There is no direct biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hayli"
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Hayli is a modern variant of the name Hailey, which is derived from the Old English elements 'heg' meaning 'hay' and 'leah' meaning 'wood' or 'clearing'.
Meaning
Hay clearing
Language Evolution
Hegleah, Hailie, Hailey, Hayli
Historical Usage
The name Hayli gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for names ending in '-li' and has been commonly used since the 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Hailey, Hayley, Hailie
Modern Popularity & Image
Hayli is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youth and creativity.
Famous People
Hayli McFarland, an American singer and songwriter, Hayli Kauffman, known for her work in fashion design
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✨ Hayli Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 114 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hayli"
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 "Hayli"
"Hayli" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17256th of 19264 | 9 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3302nd of 27321 | 494 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2364th of 35406 | 1,192 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8892nd of 30306 | 142 |
Regional Popularity of "Hayli" 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 "Hayli" 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) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
- |
52.83% 2744th/5194 |
69.27% 4376th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.00% 2062nd/4582 |
67.12% 3466th/5164 |
34.38% 2514th/7313 |
43.24% 3227th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hayli"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hayli" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Hayli" in the United States
The name Hayli is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Hayli 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, 'Hayli' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 17256th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3302nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2364th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8892nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hayli' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.