Baleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Baleigh is a modern name that evolved from Bailey, which has Old English roots meaning 'bailiff' or 'steward'. It has become popular in recent decades, particularly among younger generations, and is associated with a contemporary and vibrant image. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
The name Baleigh is most popular in Mississippi, 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, Baleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. 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. Across generations, 'Baleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5255th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2381st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3956th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Baleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Baleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈbeɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Baleigh is a modern name that is believed to be a variation of the name Bailey, which has Old English origins meaning 'bailiff' or 'steward'. It may also derive from the place name Bailey in England.
Meaning
bailiff, steward
Language Evolution
Bailey (Old English), Baleigh (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Baleigh gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Bailey, Bailie, Baleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Baleigh is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a youthful and creative image.
Famous People
Baleigh Gallo (American artist), Baleigh Kelsey (social media personality)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Baleigh"
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 "Baleigh"
"Baleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5255th of 27321 | 258 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2381st of 35406 | 1,180 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3956th of 30306 | 451 |
Regional Popularity of "Baleigh" 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 "Baleigh" 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) |
75.33% 2776th/3685 |
- |
56.14% 2916th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.86% 2376th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
23.26% 1701st/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
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41.03% 2799th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Baleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Baleigh" 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.