Halley
Halley: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Halley?
Since 1880, 4,112 girls and 126 boys in the U.S. have been named Halley (97% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #580 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #951 in 1910. In 2025, 43 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Halley FAQ
How popular is the name Halley?
Since 1880, 4,112 girls and 126 boys in the U.S. have been named Halley (97% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #580 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #951 in 1910. In 2025, 43 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Halley a boy or girl name?
Halley is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,112 girls and 126 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).