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Hadley

HAD-lee

Hadley (name) means an English surname and unisex given name, also the name of several towns in England and the United States. Example: “They named their daughter Hadley after a family surname.”

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An English surname and unisex given name, also the name of several towns in England and the United States.
"They named their daughter Hadley after a family surname."
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Etymology

From Old English hǣþ ("heath") + leah ("woodland clearing").

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hadley” mean?

The word “Hadley” means an English surname and unisex given name, also the name of several towns in England and the United States.

How do you pronounce “Hadley”?

“Hadley” is pronounced HAD-lee (/ˈhædli/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hadley” in a sentence?

Here is “Hadley” used in a sentence: “They named their daughter Hadley after a family surname.”

What part of speech is “Hadley”?

“Hadley” is a name.

Where does the word “Hadley” come from?

The word “Hadley” comes from Old English. From Old English hǣþ ("heath") + leah ("woodland clearing").

Is “Hadley” a common word?

“Hadley” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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