Spelling Variants
Hailey vs Haley: Which Spelling?
Hailey and Haley are spelling variants of the same name.
Global Rank #58
Hailey
Origin: English (Modern)
Hailey is derived from the Old English elements "heg" (hay) and "leah" (clearing or meadow), meaning "hay meadow" or "clearing where hay is grown." The name is primarily used in…
Global Rank #430
Haley
Origin: English (Modern)
Haley derives from the Old English elements "hæg" (hay/hedge) and "leah" (clearing/meadow), meaning "hay meadow" or "from the clearing where hay is grown." The name is primarily used in English-speaking…
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Hailey currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.