Gemma 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
Nicknames
Hails

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gemma Rank #203
Hailey Rank #100

Hailey is more popular, ranked #100 vs #203 for Gemma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gemma ___

  • Gemma Rose
  • Gemma Jane
  • Gemma Louise
  • Gemma Claire
  • Gemma Elise
  • Gemma Kate

Hailey ___

  • Hailey Grace
  • Hailey Rose
  • Hailey Ann
  • Hailey Marie
  • Hailey Elizabeth
  • Hailey Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

If you choose Hailey

Kaylee Ashley Taylor Brooke Megan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gemma or Hailey more popular?

Hailey is more popular, ranked #100 compared to Gemma at #203 in the United States.

What do Gemma and Hailey mean?

Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin). Hailey means "hay meadow, hay clearing" (Old English place name (haeg + leah) origin).

Are Gemma and Hailey boy or girl names?

Gemma is primarily a girl name. Hailey is primarily a girl name.

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