BAILEY
The meaning of the unisex name Bailey is COURTYARD WITHIN CASTLE WALLS: STEWARD OR PUBLIC OFFICIAL. SURNAME OR GIVEN NAME..
Details on BAILEY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Courtyard within castle walls: steward or public official. surname or given name
- Popularity for Girl:
- 399th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 2,701st in the USA (top 10%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
1,644 births
BAILEY as a GIRL in 2024
155 births
BAILEY as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of BAILEY:
The name Bailey is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Bailey is: Steward or public official; man in charge.
The name Bailey is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Bailey is: Steward or public official; man in charge.
The name Bailey is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Bailey is: Steward or public official; man in charge.
USA SSA birth(s) for BAILEY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name BAILEY
BAILEY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1644 births |
| 2023 | 1682 births |
| 2022 | 1648 births |
| 2021 | 1774 births |
| 2020 | 1667 births |
| 2019 | 1819 births |
| 2018 | 2180 births |
| 2017 | 2420 births |
| 2016 | 2698 births |
| 2015 | 2840 births |
| 2014 | 2939 births |
| 2013 | 3012 births |
| 2012 | 3406 births |
| 2011 | 3312 births |
| 2010 | 3593 births |
| 2009 | 3638 births |
BAILEY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 155 births |
| 2023 | 151 births |
| 2022 | 119 births |
| 2021 | 119 births |
| 2020 | 93 births |
| 2019 | 120 births |
| 2018 | 128 births |
| 2017 | 141 births |
| 2016 | 109 births |
| 2015 | 109 births |
| 2014 | 133 births |
| 2013 | 124 births |
| 2012 | 121 births |
| 2011 | 168 births |
| 2010 | 196 births |
| 2009 | 219 births |
About the name BAILEY
Bailey, a name of charming simplicity, dances gracefully between the realms of tradition and modernity. Originating from the Old French term "bailli," meaning "bailiff" or "steward," it carries with it a sense of responsibility and guardianship, embodying qualities of leadership and nurturing. This name has woven its way through the tapestry of cultures, finding popularity in English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, where it resonates with parents seeking a name that feels both contemporary and timeless. In Ireland, it takes on a softer, more lyrical sound, while in Australia and New Zealand, it evokes a sense of adventure and warmth. Symbolically, Bailey often represents loyalty and strength, making it a fitting choice for a child destined to forge their own path in life. With its melodic cadence and rich history, Bailey is not merely a name but a gentle reminder of the beauty found in connection and care, a perfect choice for a new beginning.
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