| Gender | 👩🧑 Boy And Girl |
| Pronunciation | 📣 \ba(i)-ley\ |
| Number of People | 👶 122,000 |
| Rate in 2021 | 385 |
| Numerology | 🔢 9 |
| Name origin | 🌍 English |
This name is a given name that has been used mostly for boys all around the world. The given name was originally derived from the Old English term “ Bailiff “. This masculine name means “ agent of the law “ or “ debt collector “. The other variations of this name are “ Bailee “, “ Baileigh “, “ Bayleigh “, “ Baily “ and “ Bayley “.
The popularity of the name Bailey
It might be notable that this name is not popular in Tennessee, based on the data given by reliable resources. Only 7 babies were named this name in Tennessee in the year 1935. Also, a total of only 37 babies bear the same first name during that year in the United States of America. The highest recorded use of this name was in the year 1998 with a total of 5196 babies.
This name also was recorded 119849 times in the SSA public database, since the year 1880 up to 2018. You should note that this name first appeared in the year 1880, this name was given to 13 newborn babies. In the year 1995, the name became a popular name with a rank of 96 nationwide and was registered 3488 times as a baby girl’s name.
Although this name has been popular as a boy's name, it does not mean that the popularity of the feminine form of this name should be underestimated. The name “ Bailey “ became a popular girl’s name in the State of Wyoming in the year 1997. Totally the given name was recorded 117518 times for the past 4 decades.
The personality of the name Bailey
Here we have the letter analysis of the name Bailey
B is for bygone, never forgetting golden memories.
An s for absolute, for you know your mind.
It is for instilling, the lesson of life.
L is for life, that you live so well.
E is for extra, those little things you do.
Y is for young, the years never show.
This name hints you are a humanitarian and generous individual. If you are named “ Bailey “, you use your creative and artistic talents to promote a cause. Actually when people hear the name “ Bailey “, they perceive you as someone full of life, inspiring, and charming. Also, others will fund you as strikingly attractive and like being the center of attention.
Is is very important that you look younger than your age and love beautiful clothes and pieces of jewelry. Your most likely vocations are, artist, dramatist, writer, and actor.
Famous people named Bailey
Bill Bailey, Pearl Bailey, Champ Bailey, Eion Bailey, and Laura Bailey.
Similar names to the name Bailey
Baily, Bennett, Blake, Baker
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My 12 year old son (12 tomorrow) is named Bailey. he'says he is picked on for it but as he gets older I know he will realize what an original and cool name it is. He is the'sweetest, funniest, most original kid-Just like his name...Stacy.
My son's name is "BAYLEE" n't sure if there are more out there but haven't met one yet. He is going to be 13 in October and he is one of the greatest kids i know.
I love the name Bailey. Since I was very young, I always knew I would have a son first and name him Bailey. My son Bailey is now 6 months old, and thankfully my husband also loves his name.
I am a girl with the name Bailey. My mother also got the name from the male character in "Party of Five". Normally, people think my name is feminine or unisex, but sometimes people comment that it is a boy's name, a dog's name, or a surname.
I adore this name it is so beautiful. If i have a baby boy, im going to call him Bailey tyler.
I named my beagle, who was a GIRL, Bailey!! because of WKRP , the'sit com that was popular in'the 1982's and 1992's. I thought it was a wonderful name for a wonderful dog.. we miss you girl (Bailey) Mom and Dad
my little cousins name is bailey and i like it for a boy now as i am used to it but before he was born i liked it for a girl but its nicer for a boy in my opinion you n'tice that it is when you call their name
I'm 33yrs,I remember watching party of five and loving the name Bailey, It'sounds like a classic but modern english name, and I love the way it rolls of your tongue. Its also a pretty name for a girl, but just wait and see-the boy version will win over the current trendiness.Beverly
our baby due next year will be called bailey if it is a boy. we are from south africa. sandy and francis
wELL i am a transgender female and i've taken on the name of Kira pronounced like Sierra and I absolutely love it. Its origional and I HAVE NEVER met anyone with that name. I looked up the meaning of my choosen name and its Russian with the meaning of Mistress which is really unique to me
my daughters name is bailey and i just fell in love with the name when i saw it she is almost 5 years old
my father passed away 4 years ago and i had my 4th child 3 years ago. i wanted to name her after him. his name was Leigh and i thought that was so plain. i liked the names haylee and kaylee but i wanted different. so i came up with BAELEIGH. her middle name is my mothers middle name Yates.
I love the name Bailey. I didnt know it could be a girl's name but now that I think about it, it is a beautiful name for a boy or a girl. Id love to call my baby this name but my boyfriend thinks its a dogs name
My 13 year old son is Bailey Aidan. We chose it as it is indeed a boys name, popular in Ireland, which expresses his heritage. His nickname is "Bay". i've told him to explain'to those who tease that Bailey was originally a boys name, about the Irish tradition and then'to counter that It's more "odd" for people to be naming their little girls w/ traditional boys' names like "Bailey", "Jordan", "Michael", etc. I think Baylee or Baileigh for a girl would be nice. Bailey is a BOY name!
I'must admit, as a teenager, I was a Party of Five fan. Now I have a 10 year old caled Bailey. I think It's an original name which shows individuality. Looking at my son, he's difin'tely that !!!
My bailey is very in charge
My pitbulls name is Bailey and I think it is such a wonderful name'so people don't worry. I support you. By the way I'm a girl and my name is Angel some people sometimes think thats a boy name lol.
I absoultly love this name!!!
My male dog is called bailey and he is a beautiful star.
I love the name bailey! My son is the only male i know with this name.
Well im going into the 7th grade and every teacher i have ever had has pronounced it wrong. usaaly people add 2 L's to my name. Its Ha lie thats it. And i have NEVER met ANYONE with the'same SPELLING. But ilove my unique name:)
It's a very modern name and gorgeous for little girls and boys alike. It's such a new and modern name i've real difficulties picturing an elderly person with it! Bailey as a name is n't that unusual in England anymore, as in my son's primary school there are three children with this name. One of them, a girl, is spelled 'Baylee', though!
I plan on naming my baby (due oct 19, 2020) Bailey... for a girl or a boy. I beli've I will spell it Baylee if It's a girl though. One unique fact about my baby's name is that the last name is George... so It's backwards to the character in It's a wonderful life...
i want to name my baby bailey boy or girl but can not figure out a middle name i need help!!
I have the delight to be called by both names Kimberly and Bailey. Bailey is my last name. I have the Bailey almanac and it indicates the origin is from europe and possibly Scottish or English origin. The name commands reverance. I'm called by my last name at work and people think it's my first name... If I get married I'll think I'll keep "Bailey". I don't know how many people are blessed with two names that are strong and that they actually like... i give it a thumbs up!!!
My name is Bailey and EVERYONE pronounces and spells it wrong.Everyone spells my name with no e. In my whole life i have only met 1 other Bailey and he is the'same age. Bailey's Rock!
My son's name is Baillie and he thinks it is more a girls name than a boys name. Can anyone please tell me if it is more a girls name or a boys name.
the'same a year or so ago, but i've discovered that the obtarilogy hide-and-seek and life partner conversations actually make a schedule like BF's even MORE workable, rather than less. Before we had kids, I was a lot more welcoming of meetings and even allowed them to run long. I worked until 8 pm or so and would frequently pop open'the computer to work more on weekends, even if that work just included delving into email. But not now. Now, two minutes into any meeting, I say okay, so what have we got here or something similar, then sum up a goal and set a time to finish. And I have promised to my wife to knock off work at 6 pm each night, at which time I go 100% into hanging out with the kids and/or prepping dinner. When'they go to bed, I try to get the quality time with my wife. And if not in the evenings, definitely on the weekends. I don't always make it on the'schedule, but everyone is happier when I do me included. And it means being more efficient during the day, too. Because I know the clock will shut me down at the tail end.And yep, like Franklin, I'm blessed with no commute. But I also work in a different time zone (6 hours difference) from most of my colleagues. Sum of it being, that i've come around to thinking that the real problem with modern times is not that there's so much more to do and so many ways to contact those doing it, but that we've become so distracted by all the interactions that we've forgotten'the merits of simple, dependable schedules and routine. The most successful people I know are often'those who are stingy time and regular about their hours. The virtues of habit and all that.
I'm 16 and my name is bailey I too was named after party of five. I love my name I think It'suits me my middle name is Ian so alot of people call me that too never had much trouble with my name. Its a unisex name!
This is a good name. My parents left the Y out so kids wouldn't say hay is for horses. (HAYden)
My son is almost six, his name is Bailey. I'm really hoping he won't be made fun of in school.
We named our son Barrett. We call him Bear. Great strong name and we gets lots of compliments.
My name is Bailey and I'm a 13 year old boy. people spell it baily but I don't mind. I do get called a girl but that's more because I have some pretty long hair but I don't understand why people I have met still judge me.
Yes my name has been Kalen now for going on 22 years. Its funny the first time you introduce yourself to people, they never understand your name, they always think you said Kevin, or something to that nature but when'they finally get it right they don't usually forget it. It is a pretty cool name. I had three other Kalen's in my high school but they were all ladies. People will always comment on how inter'sting your name is, It's just rare, hell look at the great chart we have.
i love that name(: && i bet no one spells it like me(: -->bayliegh(: so yeah. && my bday is june 24(:
I too like the name Bailey. My boyfriend's name is Bailey, and I don't think it "de-masculinizes" him at all! I beli've if anyone ever made fun of him, he'd run'them over. Don't mess with my Bailey the Lineman! For girls I prefer the'spelling Bailie or Bayleigh. For guys I beli've Bailey is the way It'should be!
My son is called Bailey and he'suits it perfectly, It was the only name me and my boyfriend agreed on and we stuck to it no matter what any one would think, everyone loves it now as It'suits him, We gave him the middle name Jack. He was 1 last week and is the most gorgeous cheeky little thing:)
I love the name Bailey... for a male's name and a female's name! It can go either way!
my friends name is bailey its kind of odd talking to him sometimes You forget hes a man i do think he's cool though he comes over alot and i still call him bailey
It's the best boy's name ever. It's really very, very cool and modern.
My sons name is bailey.. he is 7 yrs old mow.. i havent heard of anyone making fun of him yet.. I love his name and it fits him.. but I am concerned about him growing to be a 6'8 man say "HI'my NAME IS BAILEY" in his deep mainly voice.. lol... JK.. He wears it very well
I'm 13 and a boy and my name is Bailey. People always spell it without the "e" for some reason, I don't know why. Also, whenever I say my own name, I feel like I'm saying awkwardly. It bothe's me. On occasions, people say that Bailey is a girl's name, when it is a name for both. No one picks on me about it, really. I'm thinking about changing it to something like Brad or Bradley when I'm older, but I don't know.
my little 11 year old sister name is bailey and my family has to like it alot
My son is almost 9 and his name is Bailey. Since it Isn't the most masculine name, we gave him a strong middle name to balance it out, Zane. We chose the name Bailey because it is my mother-in-law's maiden name and It's unisex. Regardless of our baby's gender, it would work. If my son had been a girl, his name would've been Bailey Abigail. When I tell people my son's name is Bailey, the response I'most often get is, "like the liqueur❤️" Lol. Surprisingly enough the Party of Five character hasn't come up for me... yet.
i haved named my son "Bailey" he will be 10 this year he likes his name but what he does n't like is when people just assum he is a girl just becouse of his name. my husband and i also wanted a name that was different
My 12 week old son is named Bailey Jaxon, and he also gets Bai for short. I beli've that It's a unisex name, however i live in australia and its way more common for boys here!! I couldn't imagine him with any other name, it fits him perfectly!!
My son's name is Bailey Zane. Bailey is his grandmother's maiden name on his dad's side and Zane came from my side. We used Bailey for both our girl and boy name'since It's unisex- Bailey Abigail if he had been a girl. I wanted him/her to have choices if they didn't want to go by Bailey later on in life. After he was born, a few people asked if he was named after Bailey Sallinger from Party of Five, which I found odd bc he was born in 2013, n't during the'show's run. I wouldn't have named him that while the'show was on. I'm n't a fan of jumping on bandwagons. I was afraid I'd continue to hear it, but luckily I didn't. I also heard, "like the Irish cream❤️" and I would say, "yes, bc I'm an alcoholic." Like the other posters, he'still gets called "she" at the Dr's office even'though he's been'their patient since he was a baby. Meh, It's n't that big of a deal.
Love that name baby due in 12 days and if its a boy it will be bailey
Ilove the name Bailey. I have a new puppy and I will name him Bailey.
My name is also Bailey and im 14, when my friends make fun of me(in a friendly way) they only on rare occasions they say my name is a girls name, but they know its both. I like my name and im fine with it.
i've never heard of Bailey for a girl's name. We have chosen it for our baby if It's a boy. I hope now It's n't too girly. I know it was Scott in Party of 5's character's name (TV show) and he was hot.
My Sons name is Michael Bailey and we call him Bailey. Love that name Love that boy! He loves his name too. He was very popular in school and now in college at UT. He will always be my Bailey Bug. It's like Taylor, Jordan Ashton it can be either girl or boy
I had a little boy and named him Bailey. His nickname is Bai. I love it. It'started out a boy name in'the first place until people turned it into a girl name. Just like the name Riley. Girls are stealing it!!!
When I first heard the'song "Kayleigh" by Marillion I fell in love with the name and swore I would name my daughter that. In 1998 Kayleigh Anne was born. Then it turned out to be the # 1 new name of the year. I love it, it is a beautiful name! The'spelling also makes It'special.
my son is 10 years old and his name is Bailey Quinn. He went through a time when he didn't like his name because there were girls with the'same name, but now he's ok with it. I did get his name from Party of Five also. We call him Bay alot of the time and he thinks that's cool.
My name is Bailey and I'm 14, my mom did the idea from party of five but I did used to think it was an all girl name but I realized it was both
Bailey...with the'spelling Bailey is for Boys! our son is 7 his name is Bailey Michael... the next time I call to make him an appointment and they ask what "her" birthdate is I think I'll scream! It is so frustrating! I love his name though and I wouldn't change it for the world! :)
My friend's son has a hard time being named Bailey. He gets razzed at school and he wishes he had a more masculine name :(
My almost six year old son is named Bailey Joshua. My husband and I love his name. Like the previous poster I do get tired of doctors offices calling him a her. I also wouldn't change his name for the world!!
I have a two month old son called Bailey. He is actually named after my late aunt, whose surname was Bailey. Everyone we meet say they love his name and its still very unusual in England.
We named our little boy Paxton. His twin sis is Olivia. I love his name, and their nicknmes together: Pax and Liv.
Well, my we named my son Jaeden. Long story short...my husband liked Aiden, I thought something was missing so I went though the alphabet adding letting to Aiden. Jaiden came out and we both loved it, although I wasn't crazy about the'spelling. So I looked up other ways to spell Jay and came up with Jae. So there you have it. :o) To be honest with you, I had never heard of the name before, so It's pretty surprising to hear what a popular name is it!
My male dog has the name Bailey. Everyone asks why I named him a girls name. I always have to explain'that it is a unisex name. I love the name Bailey for both male and female. Unfortun'tely, my Bailey has cancer now :(
My oldest daughter's name is Bailey. I fell in love with the name when I was a teenager. I saw a tv show that had a boy named Bailey. I knew then, that if I had a girl, that is what I wanted to name her. My husband loved the name too when I suggested it. Her middle name was my husband's grandmother's name, so our oldest, who is almost 10, is Bailey Ann. We have met a few others with the name Bailey, but not many. I like that it is unique.
Girls are n't stealing the names Riley and Bailey It's just a name for both genders. It works out great!
My son is called Bailey and he was 13 on 25.03.09. He is cool, as is his name.
my name is bailey but i am a girl. i have honestly never met a boy by this name, only girls.
My name is Baylie. And everyone wants to spell it BAILEY!!! I'm a female, and I have met a male with the name "Bailey." I have also met a couple of girls with the name "Bailey," but I have never met someone that'spells it the way I do.
My names bailey im 15 and a halfback for my high school football team im pretty popular so people don't really say an'thing about my name'so im fine but if i was unliked at school i would probably get teased and people spell it baily
I named my son Dustin Bailey in 2011. My husband & I couldn't agree until I came up with this particular name. I absolutely love it but he(my son) gets very upset (he's 11 yrs old now) when I call him by his middle name. he'says he gets teased in school, also because he has 3 girls in his class with the'same name & 2 were spelled the'same as his. Ive tried telling him his whole life that I found it in a book of baby boy names back in 2011 & as far as I knew, it was a boy name, as he got older I realized it was a unisex name. Also gave him examples of other names that could be boy or girl. He now feels better that I ran across this website to show him othe's have the'same thing in common & that he is n't alone. Thank you to those who have posted their opinion & experience with the name "Bailey" xxx PS he'says he'still likes the middle name Blaze or Flame lol
My son is called bailey, its original trandy and sets him up to be a right cool little chap
n't sure how to react to this as grandson's name! hope he won't have a problem as different generation!
I love the name Bailey for my baby that is due Oct 3. Everyone says Bailey just like the drink, that's funny. I don't care and that will be his name. any suggestion for middle name❤️
Be nice last poster ... I am an (American) Mom and I am 32...My son Bailey is going to be 11 on Valentine's Day in 2021 ... I picked this name 11 years ago for him .. he's the best - so in my eyes, It's a boy's name ... but AMERICANS come up with the craZiest IDEAS!!! Peace Every Where! LUV, xoxo Tara
After finding out me and my girlfriend were going to have a child we searched every namebook to find a name we both loved.As soon as i saw the name and read it out i was hooked and so was my girlfriend.My son is now six and I still love the name,its quite rare in England and everyone always says what a great name it is.I can't imagine his name as an'thing else!
My daughter is 9 years old and I found the name Bailey in a baby name book and fell in love with and her middle name Elizabeth after my best friends daughters middle name
My son was born 9/19/96 and I named him Bailey Tate. I got the name from Party of Five as well. I had never heard the name for a girl until he was 5 or 6. I was upset to see so many girls named it because you never want to give kids ammo to tease. he's now 16 and says that nobody has ever made fun of him for it yet :) I love the name for a boy. I still think It's a terrible girl name.
my daughters name is Bailey ashlyn. she has a friend name bailey as well and let me tell you the have tonss of personality. I think its the name :)
I love it! I know It's unisex name. I like it for a boy but I'moved to the US and It's a LOT more common for a girl here.
My daughter is twelve. Her name is Bailey Elizabeth. Her name was originally going to be Katelynn Elizabeth. But a few weeks before I had her I was purchasing a collector's Boyd's Bear for my mom and one of the bear's name was Bailey. I fell in love with it and changed her name. Unknown to me, my mother-in-law had purchased a blanket with Katelynn Elizabeth on it and was going to go back after she was born and have her birthdate added and give it to me later. She had to take it back, take it out and change it to Bailey - OOPS!!
We name our middle daughter Aubree because of the'song by Bread "Aubrey". We new it was going to be a girl when my wife woke up in the middle of the night and that'song was on. It was also on the radio when she went into labor. Beautiful song, beautiful name and a beautiful girl.
I think its the best name ever. We decided on'the name as soon as we saw it.
I have a puppy name Bailey, its a boy, but people often ask if if he's a girl because his name is Bailey, I think its unisex, but I love it for my male puppy. Ame