Hedley

HED-lee
English surname
"heather clearing"

Hedley Origin and Meaning

The name Hedley is a girl's name meaning "heather clearing".

A pretty alternative to Hadley, but perhaps a little too close to sound distinctive. Hedy would be a cool nickname, after legendary actress and inventor Hedy Lamarr.

Famous People Named Hedley

  • Hedley VerityEnglish male cricketer
  • Hedley John WoodhouseCanadian male jockey
  • Hedley Frederick Davis SparksEnglish male theologian
  • Hedley George "Hazel" HazeldenEnglish male test pilot
  • Celeste HeadleeAmerican public radio host

Hedley in Pop Culture

  • Hedley Lamarrmale character in film "Blazing Saddles"
  • HedleyCanadian Band