Paisleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Paisleigh is a modern English name derived from the town of Paisley in Scotland and the suffix '-leigh'. It means 'from the church' and has evolved from its original form, Paisley, to its current usage. The name is popular among contemporary parents seeking unique names for their children, but it has no biblical background.
The name Paisleigh is most popular in Mississippi, 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, Paisleigh has been falling 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, 'Paisleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7349th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1026th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Paisleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Paisleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈpeɪzli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Paisleigh is a contemporary name that combines the name 'Paisley', which originally refers to a town in Scotland known for its textile industry, with the suffix '-leigh', which is a common element in English names. The name is often associated with the paisley pattern, which has Persian origins.
Meaning
from the church or the place of the church
Language Evolution
Paisley, Paisleigh
Historical Usage
The name Paisleigh gained popularity in the early 21st century as part of a trend for unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Paisley, Pacey, Leigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Paisleigh is perceived as a trendy and whimsical name, appealing to parents looking for something distinctive and fashionable.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Paisleigh"
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 "Paisleigh"
"Paisleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7349th of 35406 | 247 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1026th of 30306 | 3,081 |
Regional Popularity of "Paisleigh" 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 "Paisleigh" 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) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
- |
48.07% 3515th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.69% 904th/3984 |
35.90% 1611th/4487 |
10.50% 716th/6822 |
46.89% 2943rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Paisleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Paisleigh" 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.