Heily Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Heily is an English name derived from the Old English word meaning 'high' or 'exalted'. It has evolved from the historical form 'Heah' to its modern iteration. The name is generally seen as a trendy choice in contemporary society and has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Heily"
Pronunciation
/ˈheɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Heily is derived from the Old English name 'Heah' meaning 'high' or 'exalted', combined with the suffix '-ly', which is often used to denote a quality or characteristic.
Meaning
high; exalted
Language Evolution
Heah (Old English), Heily (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Heily has gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern take on traditional names, often used in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Hailey, Haily, Hayley
Modern Popularity & Image
Heily is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
📊 Heily Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Heily Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 54 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Heily"
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 "Heily"
"Heily" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5045th of 35406 | 410 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5282nd of 30306 | 297 |
Regional Popularity of "Heily" 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 "Heily" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
60.19% 3108th/5164 |
47.86% 3500th/7313 |
43.51% 3247th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
71.86% 4902nd/6822 |
61.27% 3845th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Heily"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Heily" 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 "Heily" in the United States
The name Heily 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, Heily has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Heily' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5045th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5282nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Heily' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.