Jayleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jayleigh is a modern English name combining 'Jay', referring to the jaybird, and '-leigh', which relates to meadows. It has evolved from simpler forms and is perceived as trendy. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Jayleigh is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Jayleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Jayleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3294th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2706th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jayleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jayleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jayleigh is a modern name that combines the name 'Jay', which is derived from the jaybird, and the suffix '-leigh', which is often associated with Old English place names meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'.
Meaning
Jaybird meadow
Language Evolution
Jay, Jaylee, Jayleigh
Historical Usage
Jayleigh is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jaylee, Jaleigh, Jaeleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Jayleigh is viewed as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with a playful and creative personality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jayleigh"
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 "Jayleigh"
"Jayleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3294th of 35406 | 740 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2706th of 30306 | 772 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayleigh" 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 "Jayleigh" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.39% 2767th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
35.13% 2569th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.27% 2441st/3984 |
- |
33.22% 2266th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jayleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jayleigh" 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.