Girl · 3457th of 35,406
Bayli
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,069
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1997
Peak Popularity Year
87
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Bayli 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
Bayli is an English name derived from the Old French 'bailli,' which means 'steward' or 'bailiff.' It evolved through various forms from Old French to Modern English. The name is associated with traits of responsibility and leadership. There is no biblical relevance to the name. It gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern feminine name, often viewed positively in contemporary culture.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈbeɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Bayli is derived from the surname Bailey, which comes from the Old French 'bailli,' meaning 'bailiff' or 'governor.' The name is associated with someone who was a steward or a local official.
Meaning
steward, bailiff
Language Evolution
Old French: bailli, Middle English: bailey, Modern English: Bayli
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern given name for girls, influenced by trends favoring surnames as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Bailey, Bailie, Baylee
Modern Popularity & Image
Bayli is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with a playful and youthful image.
Famous People
Bayli A. H. Thomas, American singer and songwriter, Bayli M. Moore, American actress
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 87 peak births in 1997
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 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 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5726th of 27321 | 228 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3457th of 35406 | 691 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8567th of 30306 | 150 |