היילי
Meaning of the name היילי
Hayley is a modern feminine given name of English origin, derived from the Old English words "hay" (grass or hay) and "ley" (meadow or field). The original meaning of the name is "hay meadow" or "hay field," reflecting the deep connection of English culture to agriculture and rural nature. Historically, the name was used as a surname indicating geographical origin, but during the 20th century it became a popular given name, especially in the English-speaking world. The name conveys a sense of rural simplicity, closeness to nature, and pastoral tranquility. In Israel, the name Hayley began to spread in the 2000s as part of a broader trend of adopting international and Anglo-Saxon names. It reflects the openness of Israeli society to global cultures and parents' desire to give their children names that will be understood and accessible outside the country's borders. The name carries an air of contemporaneity and cosmopolitanism, while maintaining a delicate and light touch. Women bearing the name Hayley are often perceived as having a sociable, open, and welcoming character, with a tendency toward human warmth and quality interpersonal relationships. Culturally, the name Hayley represents the meeting point between tradition and modernity. While it does not carry deep religious or historical significance in Hebrew culture, it brings with it values of simplicity, naturalness, and quiet beauty. In an era of globalization and connection between cultures, names like Hayley serve as a bridge between different worlds, allowing their bearers to move freely between local Israeli identity and the international arena. The name reminds us that beauty can be found in the simplest things, and that sometimes true value lies in connection to nature and humanity's rural roots.
The name היילי with vowels
הֵיְילִי
The name היילי in English
Hayley | Haley | Hailey | Hailee
היילי is mainly suitable for
Girl
Is the name היילי considered international
Yes
Origin of the name היילי from Kabbalah
From a Kabbalistic perspective, the name Hayley represents the connection between earth and heaven, between material simplicity and spirituality. The name carries an energy of natural growth and organic development, reminding us of the importance of strong roots as a foundation for spiritual ascent.
Gematria value for the name היילי
65
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5
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10
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30
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10
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Numerology value for the name היילי
2
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5
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30
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65
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6
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5
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11
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1
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1
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2
Famous people named היילי
Hailee Steinfeld - American actress and singer | Hayley Atwell - British-American actress | Hayley Williams - American singer and musician, lead vocalist of Paramore | Hailey Bieber - American model | Hayley Mills - British actress
Total times the name היילי was registered
326 times
Graph of the name היילי
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022