Hadley is a unisex name of English origin, which means "heather field". It was originally a surname derived from the Old English words "hæð" meaning heathland or heather, and "lēah" meaning a clearing in a forest. The name Hadley gained popularity as a first name in the late 19th century and has remained a popular choice for both boys and girls ever since. Notable people with the name Hadley include author Hadley Richardson, composer Henry Kimball Hadley, and football player Hadley Rilleau.
Hadley rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 108. Ayla
- Rank 109. Eloise
- Rank 110. Lyla
- Rank 111. Eliza
- Rank 112. Hadley
- Rank 113. Melody
- Rank 114. Julia
- Rank 115. Parker
- Rank 116. Rose
Nicknames for Hadley
| Hads | hads | Shortened version of Hadley |
| Lee | lee | Using the last syllable of Hadley |
| H | h | Using the first letter of Hadley |
| D | dee | Using the first letter and sound of Hadley |
| Had | had | Shortened version of Hadley |
| Haddy | haddy | Using the last syllable of Hadley and adding a 'y' sound |
Famous people named Hadley
| Hadley Freeman | Journalism | British-American journalist and author |
| Hadley Wickham | Statistics | New Zealand statistician and data scientist |
| Hadley Arkes | Political Science | American political scientist and legal scholar |
| Hadley Richardson | Literature | American author and Ernest Hemingway's first wife |
| Hadley Fraser | Theatre | British actor and singer |
| Hadley Delany | Television | American child actress, known for her role in "Louie |
| Hadley Robinson | Film | American actress, known for her role in "Moxie |
Fictional character called Hadley from pop culture
| Hadley Hudson | Main character in the movie 'Hadley's Rebellion | Hadley Hudson is a rebellious teenager who seeks to escape a life of privilege and conformity. |
| Hadley Hale | Supporting character in the TV show 'Pretty Little Liars | Hadley Hale is a member of the Rosewood Country Club and a friend of Alison DiLaurentis. |
| Hadley Richardson | Real-life person and character in the novel 'The Paris Wife | Hadley Richardson was Ernest Hemingway's first wife and a major influence on his writing. |
| Hadley | Supporting character in the movie 'Ocean's Eleven | Hadley is one of the eleven members of Danny Ocean's crew who attempt to rob three Las Vegas casinos. |
| Hadley Martin | Supporting character in the TV show 'The Vampire Diaries | Hadley Martin is the younger sister of Matt Donovan and a minor character in the series. |
| Hadley Fraser | Real-life person and actor in various stage productions | Hadley Fraser is a British actor who has appeared in several West End and Broadway productions. |
| Hadley | Supporting character in the movie 'The Cabin in the Woods | Hadley is one of the technicians who work for a mysterious organization that manipulates a group of young people into a deadly game. |
| Hadley | Supporting character in the TV show 'Lost | Hadley is a minor character who appears in several episodes of the series as a fellow prisoner of the survivors of Oceanic Flight 815. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Hadley
| What is the origin of the name Hadley? | The name Hadley is of Old English origin and means "heathery field". |
| Is Hadley a unisex name? | Yes, Hadley is considered a unisex name. |
| What are some famous people with the name Hadley? | Famous people with the name Hadley include American author Hadley Richardson, British composer Patrick Hadley, and American football player Hadley Rille. |
| What are some similar names to Hadley? | Similar names to Hadley include Harley, Halle, Haley, and Hayden. |
| Is Hadley a popular name? | Hadley has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly as a name for baby girls. It ranked as the 111th most popular name for girls in the United States in 2020. |