Hayley
Meaning: Hay clearing, hay meadow
Origin: English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #81
Total births: 7,095
History: Hayley peaked in the 1990s as one of Australia's most popular names. Hayley Jensen represented Australia at Eurovision. The name has a bright, energetic character. Hayley represents the generation of Australian women who grew up confident and competitive.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2018) | #96 |
| Babies named Hayley in 2018 | 73 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 7,095 |
| Peak year | 1991 (314 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #18 |
| Years in records | 1979–2018 (38 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 11 spots |
Frequently asked about Hayley
What does the name Hayley mean?
Hayley means “Hay clearing, hay meadow” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Hayley?
Hayley has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Hay clearing, hay meadow”.
How popular is Hayley in Australia?
Hayley ranked #96 in Australia in 2018 — given to 73 babies that year.
When was Hayley most popular?
Hayley peaked in 1991 with 314 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Hayley a boy or girl name?
Hayley is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Hayleys in registered births are female.
Is the name Hayley rising or falling in popularity?
Hayley has fallen 11 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #85 in 2013 to #96 in 2018.
How long has Hayley been recorded in Australia?
Hayley appears in birth records in Australia across 38 years — from 1979 through 2018.