Heily
2025 SSA
About Heily
Heily is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may represent a modern variation of Hailey/Hayley or a feminine form of Heilig (meaning 'holy' in German). The name has a contemporary feel while maintaining a connection to traditional naming elements. With its bright, uplifting sound pattern and the popular '-ly' ending found in many current girls' names, Heily fits seamlessly with modern naming trends. Though relatively uncommon, it has seen some usage in recent decades, particularly as parents seek fresh alternatives to more popular names like Hailey. The name carries a light, cheerful quality and benefits from intuitive spelling and pronunciation. Heily provides a balance between uniqueness and familiarity, making it accessible while still allowing a child to stand out.
Pronounced HAY-lee.
As of October 2026, Heily ranked #4392 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3136 for girls in 2008.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,698 | 30 | 16.8 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,462 | 32 | 18.1 |
| 2017 | #4,607 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | #4,587 | 30 | 18.5 |
| 2025 | #4,392 | 32 | 19.9 |