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Arleigh
Pronounced AR-lee /ˈɑr.li/High
Meaning: -leigh spelling of Arley/Harley — from Old English, 'the eagle's wood/clearing' or 'hare meadow'; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Arleigh is a -leigh spelling of Arley (and Harley) — from Old English, 'the eagle's wood/clearing' or 'hare meadow' (routes layered, which we note). A soft, modern -leigh name; the spelling personalizes it.
It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-eagle's-meadow at the (likely) root, and sweet.
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What does the name Arleigh mean?
Arleigh spells Arley/Harley — 'the eagle's wood' or 'hare meadow'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Arleigh?
It's said AR-lee /ˈɑr.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Arleigh a boy or girl name?
Arleigh is a girl's name (used for both).
How popular is Arleigh?
Arleigh is a rare, recent name in the U.S.