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Hadley vs Hayley: Which Spelling?
Hadley and Hayley both English, same meaning 'heather field'; variant spelling.
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Hadley
Origin: English
The given name 'Hadley' means "heather field" or "heather meadow," deriving from the Old English words *hæð* (heath) and *lēah* (clearing or meadow).
Global Rank #148
Hayley
Origin: English (Modern)
The given name 'Hayley' is derived from the Old English word 'hæg' or 'hægl', meaning 'hay meadow' or 'enclosure', and is related to the Old English word 'hægl', which referred…
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Hadley currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.