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UnisexEnglish#152 in 2025

Harley

Harley is a unisex name of English origin meaning “hare meadow; woodland clearing.” It ranked #152 in the United States in 2025.

pronunciation

HAR-lee

meaning & origin

The name Harley means “hare meadow; woodland clearing.” It comes from the English language tradition.

From Old English hara (hare) and leah (clearing). Long associated with the Harley-Davidson motorcycle brand, the name has a rebellious edge that has made it popular for both genders. Harley Quinn, the DC Comics villain, has boosted its pop-culture profile.

popularity over time

#177
2020
#168
2021
#162
2022
#157
2023
#152
2024
YearRank
2024#152
2023#157
2022#162
2021#168
2020#177

Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset

famous people named Harley

  • Harley Quinn (DC Comics character)
  • Harley-Davidson (iconic brand)

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