Girl · 2894th of 35,406
Baily
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,816
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1997
Peak Popularity Year
149
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Baily stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Baily is derived from the Old French word 'bailli', which means 'bailiff' or 'steward'. It evolved through various forms in English and reflects a historical occupation. The name is generally associated with positive traits and has a friendly image today. There is no significant biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈbeɪli/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Baily is derived from the Old French word 'bailli', meaning 'bailiff' or 'steward'. It originally referred to someone who was an official or overseer in a certain capacity.
Meaning
steward, bailiff
Language Evolution
Bailli (Old French), Bailiff (Middle English), Baily (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Baily gained popularity during the Middle Ages in England as surnames began to reflect occupations, particularly among those in positions of authority.
Variants & Derivatives
Bailey, Bailie, Baily
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary society, the name Baily is often perceived as modern and friendly, frequently associated with a sense of warmth and approachability.
Famous People
Baily (surname) - used by various notable individuals, such as astronomer Francis Baily and others.
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 149 peak births in 1997
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 24 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7318th of 16616 | 71 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4102nd of 24088 | 346 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4247th of 27321 | 350 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2894th of 35406 | 888 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8135th of 30306 | 161 |