Hartley
How to say it: HART-lee · /ˈhɑːrtli/
From Old English heorot-leah meaning 'stag meadow' - English surname now used for all genders.
Hartley was the 1,177th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 174 babies of either sex (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 12% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #1,101 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #1,177 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 (both sexes) | 174 |
| Share of births | 1 in 19,053 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +12% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #1,101 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
At its height in the 2020s, Hartley keeps climbing to new ground. It rests at its peak for now and additional growth is expected in the near future.
What goes with it
Easy flowing sounds with a breathy finish give Hartley a relaxed feel in two syllables. Finley pairs alongside it, while Hart works as a short form.
Nicknames
- Hart
- Harley
- Lee
Honouring a Hartley in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Hartley is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Hartley
- Hartley Sawyer (born 1985)American actor
- Hartley Shawcross (1902–2003)British politician
- Hartley Power (1893–1966)British actor
From Wikidata and Wikipedia
Good to know
- Hartley reads as Hartley's, the heritage British jam and jelly brand
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