Hadley: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced HAD-lee · 2 syllables
Hadley means “heather field”, from English.
From Old English h th (“heath”) + Old English leah (“woodland clearing”). Equivalent to heath (compare Heath) + -ley.
- Meaning
- heather field
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- HAD-lee
- US rank (2025)
- #121
- US babies a year
- about 2,672 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Hadley?
Hadley was the #121 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,266 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #121 |
| England & Wales | #535 |
| Scotland | #765 |
| Canada | #333 |
| Australia | #239 |
How old are people named Hadley?
Half of US adults named Hadley are older than 23; most are between 18 and 53. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Hadley
What does the name Hadley mean?
Hadley means “heather field”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Hadley?
Hadley is pronounced HAD-lee.
How popular is the name Hadley?
Hadley was the #121 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,266 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Hadley?
Half of US adults named Hadley are older than 23. Most are between 18 and 53.