Carleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Carleigh is an English name derived from the Old English 'Ceorla', meaning 'free man' or 'man of the army'. It has evolved through various forms, including Carly, before reaching its modern iteration. The name is often viewed as trendy and playful, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Carleigh is most popular in Virginia, 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, Carleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too 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, 'Carleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11640th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2273rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1128th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1456th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːrli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Carleigh is a modern variation of the name Carly, which is derived from the Old English name 'Ceorla', meaning 'free man' or 'man of the army'. The addition of 'leigh' is a common English suffix that often refers to a meadow or clearing.
Meaning
free man, man of the army
Language Evolution
Ceorla, Carl, Carly, Carleigh
Historical Usage
Carleigh emerged as a name in the late 20th century, gaining popularity in the 1980s and 1990s as a feminine form of Carly.
Variants & Derivatives
Carly, Carley, Karly, Carlie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Carleigh is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with individuality and a playful spirit.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carleigh"
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 "Carleigh"
"Carleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11640th of 19264 | 31 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2273rd of 27321 | 834 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1128th of 35406 | 3,336 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1456th of 30306 | 1,845 |
Regional Popularity of "Carleigh" 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 "Carleigh" 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) |
72.18% 2660th/3685 |
70.15% 3139th/4475 |
36.25% 1883rd/5194 |
50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.53% 1078th/4582 |
22.73% 1174th/5164 |
10.79% 789th/7313 |
41.47% 3095th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.18% 1561st/3984 |
43.37% 1946th/4487 |
14.98% 1022nd/6822 |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carleigh" 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.