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Haley

GirlEnglish

Haley is a girl name of English origin meaning "dweller at the hay meadow".

About this name

Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
None
Popularity
17 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
dweller at the hay meadow
Etymology
Derived from the Old English elements 'heg' meaning 'hay' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow', originally a surname indicating residence near a hay field.

Famous People Named Haley

  • Haley Joel OsmentAmerican actor
  • Haley BennettAmerican singer and actress
  • Haley Lu RichardsonAmerican actress
  • Haley ReinhartAmerican singer and actor
  • Haley PaigeAmerican pornographic actress (1981-2007)

Frequently Asked Questions About Haley

What does the name Haley mean?

Haley means "dweller at the hay meadow", and is of English origin.

What is the origin of the name Haley?

Haley originates from English, commonly used in Europe.

Is Haley a boy or girl name?

Haley is typically used as a girl name.

What religion is the name Haley associated with?

Haley is associated with None.

Are there famous people named Haley?

Yes — notable people named Haley include Haley Joel Osment (American actor), Haley Bennett (American singer and actress), Haley Lu Richardson (American actress), Haley Reinhart (American singer and actor) and Haley Paige (American pornographic actress, 1981-2007).

Last updated: June 2026