Hadley

Hadley is a unisex name of English origin meaning “heather field.” In 2024 it was given to 2,401 babies in the United States.

Hadley at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
English & American
Meaning
“heather field”
Pronunciation
/ˈhædli/

About the name Hadley

Hadley belongs to the English & American tradition. Its meaning — “heather field” — is the sense carried by its English roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Hadley first appears in Social Security records in 1906 and has been given to 46,412 babies since 1880, including 2,401 in 2024.

Hadley in US records

First recorded (US)
1906
Babies named Hadley in 2024
2,401
Total since 1880
46,412

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hadley mean?

Hadley means “heather field” in its English roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Hadley a boy or girl name?

Hadley is a unisex name. In 2024, 2,401 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Hadley?

Hadley comes from the English & American tradition.

How popular is the name Hadley?

Hadley is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1906 and has been given to 46,412 babies since 1880.

How do you pronounce Hadley?

Hadley is pronounced /ˈhædli/ (IPA).

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