Declining since 2006, #3,903 for girls today.
Popularity of Haylie since 1977
Babies named Haylie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 32 |
| 1980s | 304 |
| 1990s | 2,042 |
| 2000s | 5,465 |
| 2010s | 2,073 |
| 2020s | 316 |
Meaning & origin
Haylie is a modern spelling variant of the classic Hayley, rising in the late 20th century. First recorded in 1977, it saw a surge in the 2000s, peaking at rank 3903 in 2007. As of 2025, it remains in use but has been declining since 2006, reflecting a broader trend away from trendy 'ie' endings. The name was most popular in California. With a rarity of 1 in 43,440 births, Haylie offers a familiar sound with a distinctive spelling, appealing to parents seeking a contemporary twist on a well-established name.
Haylie is a modern respelling of Hayley, itself an English surname from Old English 'hēg' (hay) and 'lēah' (clearing or meadow). The name entered use as a given name in the mid-20th century, gaining popularity through the actress Hayley Mills. Variants like Haylie, Hailey, and Haley reflect the trend of inventive spellings.
Where Haylie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Haylie” around the world
Where Haylie lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
30
babies in 2024
Quebec
11
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hay
Sibling names for Haylie
Names that share Haylie's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Haylie
Names whose popularity has moved with Haylie's over the last 50 years.
