Baileigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Baileigh is an English name that means 'steward' or 'bailiff,' derived from the surname Bailey. The name has evolved from Bailey to its modern form Baileigh and has gained popularity as a feminine name in recent years. It is associated with traits of individuality and creativity. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Baileigh is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Baileigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Baileigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6048th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2100th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2485th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Baileigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Baileigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈbeɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Baileigh is a modern name derived from the surname Bailey, which comes from the Old French 'bailiff,' meaning 'to deliver' or 'to be in charge.'
Meaning
steward, bailiff
Language Evolution
Bailey, Baileigh
Historical Usage
Baileigh has gained popularity in recent decades as a feminine given name, partly influenced by modern naming trends and the appeal of unique spellings.
Variants & Derivatives
Bailey, Bailie, Baylee, Bailei
Modern Popularity & Image
Baileigh is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Baileigh B. - A social media influencer known for lifestyle content., Baileigh N. - An emerging singer-songwriter.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Baileigh"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Baileigh"
"Baileigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6048th of 27321 | 211 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2100th of 35406 | 1,420 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2485th of 30306 | 875 |
Regional Popularity of "Baileigh" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Baileigh" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.28% 2258th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
22.81% 1668th/7313 |
64.56% 4818th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
73.62% 2933rd/3984 |
- |
26.36% 1798th/6822 |
78.59% 4932nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Baileigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Baileigh" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.