Hailey vs Theodore

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

Hailey Rank #100
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #100 for Hailey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hailey ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hailey

Kaylee Ashley Taylor Brooke Megan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hailey or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hailey at #100 in the United States.

What do Hailey and Theodore mean?

Hailey means "hay meadow, hay clearing" (Old English place name (haeg + leah) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hailey and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hailey is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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