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Hedley

Hedley is derived from the old English or Scottish word, hǣð‘heathland. The meaning of Hedley is 'heathered meadow.' This name is also a variant of another old English name, Headley. Hedley is a name that is often given to male figures. However, it may also be used for girls. In Hebrew, the meaning of Hedley is 'God's voice.' It isn't a prevalent name, but there have been several historical personalities named Hedley; this includes politicians, sportspeople, World War I pilots, journalists, and so on. Hedley is usually used in countries where English is the primary mother tongue.
Interestingly, Hedley is also used as a surname in many parts of the world. A person named Hedley is perceived as one who is trustworthy and consistent. They are seen as stable, conservative people with inbuilt leadership qualities. Concerning the meaning of Hedley, the name also conjures an image of a free-spirited individual.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

heather clearing

Origin

English surname

Numerology

H is for hand, that you always give.

E is for exotic, no lack of spirit here!

D is for delight, a surprise from within.

L is for loyalty, that you show.

E is for excite, your spirit is catching!

Y is for young, the years never show!

Lucky

Hedley lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Hedley

  • Clarinda Maria Sinnige Dutch field hockey player
  • Clarinda pen name of a 17th century Peruvian female poet
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Hedley in Pop Culture

  • Salome Otterbourne an alcoholic erotica novelist in Agatha Christie's murder mystery Death on the Nile (1937)
  • Salome "Sally" Marsh character in movie "Inconceivable"
  • Lady Salome D'Ysquith Pumphrey character in musical, "A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder"
  • Salomé Cuerpo Real character in the novel "Bianca Nieves y los 7 toritos" by Carrie Toth
  • "Sadie Salome (Go Home) " a song by Irving Berlin
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