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Haylie

Girl name · 13 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Haylie: 13 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2010.

Of English origin, Haylie is a modern respelling of Hayley, which derives from an Old English place name meaning "hay clearing." The name gained widespread popularity through British actress Hayley Mills, star of classic 1960s films like *Pollyanna*, though her spelling is the more traditional version. While no notable Scottish bearer immediately comes to mind, American actress Haylie Duff adds contemporary recognition. The surname Hayley can be found in several English villages, but no direct Scottish place connection exists. Notably, the variant spellings—Hayley, Hailey, and Haleigh—are all legitimate, with Haylie offering a slightly softer, more streamlined alternative that still feels familiar and approachable.