Harley
Meaning: Hare meadow, rock meadow
Origin: English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #241
Total births: 759
History: Harley surged in the 2000s as a unisex name in Australia. Harley-Davidson motorcycles and an Australian rebel spirit combine. Harley means freedom on two wheels.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2017) | #98 |
| Babies named Harley in 2017 | 93 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 759 |
| Peak year | 1992 (126 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #72 |
| Years in records | 1991–2017 (7 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Harley
What does the name Harley mean?
Harley means “Hare meadow, rock meadow” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Harley?
Harley has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Hare meadow, rock meadow”.
How popular is Harley in Australia?
Harley ranked #98 in Australia in 2017 — given to 93 babies that year.
When was Harley most popular?
Harley peaked in 1992 with 126 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Harley a boy or girl name?
Harley is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Harleys in registered births are male.
How long has Harley been recorded in Australia?
Harley appears in birth records in Australia across 7 years — from 1991 through 2017.