Harley

Meaning of Harley

Harley comes from an English surname, originally indicating someone from Hare's Meadow or Hare's Wood. It suggests a connection to nature and open spaces.

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Popularity of Harley

Harley has cooled off, slipping to #418 in 2025, down from a peak of #202 in 2017.

Harley as a boy's name

Harley is also used as a boy's name. From the long field; hare's meadow

Notable people named Harley

• Harley Quinn
  Fictional DC Comics character
• Harley Viera-Newton
  American DJ and model
• Harley Windsor
  Australian figure skater
• Harley Flanagan
  American hardcore punk musician
• Harley Gusman
  American actress

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Questions about the name Harley

What does the name Harley mean?

Harley means harley comes from an english surname, originally indicating someone from hare's meadow or hare's wood. it suggests a connection to nature and open spaces, and it comes from English origins.

Is Harley a boy's or a girl's name?

Harley is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Harley?

In 2025, Harley ranked #418 for girls, down from #396 the year before.

When was Harley most popular?

Harley peaked at #202 in 2017.