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Elise vs Hailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hailey

Girl #100 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hay meadow, hay clearing"

Origin: Old English place name (haeg + leah)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#100
Total SSA Count
2,620
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elise Rank #252
Hailey Rank #100

Hailey is more popular, ranked #100 vs #252 for Elise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elise or Hailey more popular?

Hailey is more popular, ranked #100 compared to Elise at #252 in the United States.

What do Elise and Hailey mean?

Elise means "God is my oath" (Hebrew via French origin). Hailey means "hay meadow, hay clearing" (Old English place name (haeg + leah) origin).

Are Elise and Hailey boy or girl names?

Elise is primarily a girl name. Hailey is primarily a girl name.

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