Halley
hero; famous comet named after astronomer Edmond Halley
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Pronounced HAL-ee
About the name Halley
Halley is best known from Halley's Comet, named after the astronomer who calculated its orbit. It's a bright, approachable name with real scientific history.
A curious, adventurous spirit who returns again and again with fresh wonder.
Fun fact
Halley's Comet is visible from Earth roughly every 76 years, with its next appearance expected in 2061.
Nicknames for Halley
Hal
Variations
HaileyHaleyHallie
Famous people named Halley
- Edmond Halley (astronomer)