Aileen vs Haley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aileen

Girl #718 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Irish/Greek Helene

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#718
Total SSA Count
390
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ally, Lee, Leenie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Haley

Girl #781 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hay clearing, hay field"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#781
Total SSA Count
361
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Hale, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Aileen Rank #718
Haley Rank #781

Aileen is more popular, ranked #718 vs #781 for Haley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aileen ___

  • Aileen Rose
  • Aileen Marie
  • Aileen Grace
  • Aileen Patricia
  • Aileen Margaret
  • Aileen Frances

Haley ___

  • Haley Grace
  • Haley Ann
  • Haley Marie
  • Haley Elizabeth
  • Haley Rose
  • Haley Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aileen

Brigid Colleen Fiona Patrick Seamus

If you choose Haley

Paige Chloe Tyler Dylan Morgan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aileen or Haley more popular?

Aileen is more popular, ranked #718 compared to Haley at #781 in the United States.

What do Aileen and Haley mean?

Aileen means "bright, shining light" (Irish/Greek Helene origin). Haley means "hay clearing, hay field" (Old English origin).

Are Aileen and Haley boy or girl names?

Aileen is primarily a girl name. Haley is primarily a girl name.

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