Baily

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Baily Pronunciation

Baily is pronounced BAY-lee /ˈbeɪ.li/High

Meaning: A spelling of Bailey — from an English surname, variously 'a bailiff; a steward' and 'berry clearing/wood'Low

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningA spelling of Bailey — from an English surname, variously 'a bailiff; a steward' and 'berry clearing/wood'

U.S. rank (2024)#7625 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births14 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1997

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,399

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Baily is a spelling of Bailey — from an English surname, variously 'a bailiff; a steward' and 'berry clearing/wood' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name (now mostly girls'; said 'BAY-lee').

In the U.S. it appears as a variant spelling. Rare in this form, bailiff-and-steward at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Bailey is an English surname, variously 'a bailiff; a steward' and 'berry clearing/wood' — Baily is a spelling, crisp and modern (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'BAY-lee').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Bailey — English surname

Variations

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Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Baily?

Baily is pronounced BAY-lee (/ˈbeɪ.li/). Press play above to hear Baily said aloud.

How do you say Baily?

Baily is said BAY-lee (/ˈbeɪ.li/). Press play above to hear Baily said aloud.

What does the name Baily mean?

Baily spells Bailey — an English surname, 'a bailiff; a steward' (also 'berry clearing'); the routes are layered.

Is Baily a boy or girl name?

Baily is most often a girl's name today.

How popular is Baily?

Baily is a rare spelling in the U.S.