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Bailey

Bailey is a gender-neutral name of British origin with several meanings, including “berry clearing, bailiff,” and “city fortification.” Bailey comes from a blend of Middle English and Old French and used to be an occupational name for stewards and officials. Bailey has been trending for both boys and girls in the US for decades, most likely because of its smooth pronunciation and appealing sound. It has the same relaxed vibe as Kayleigh and Haley but offers a more gender-fluid identity. If you’re looking for a stylish and relaxed name for cool and nonchalant baby, Bailey won’t let you down.
British Unisex
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Meaning

Berry clearing; Bailiff; City fortification

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Pronunciation

BAY-lee

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Compatibility

Bailey is a versatile name that pairs well with a wide range of sibling names due to its unisex nature. As a middle name, it complements both traditional and modern first names. Culturally, Bailey is a name that fits in well with English or American naming styles, and it can be a great choice for parents looking for a name that is both classic and contemporary.

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Bailey Chase

Bailey Chase

Actor

Born: May 1, 1972 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

Portrait of Bailey May

Bailey May

Singer

Born: August 6, 2002 · Cebu, Philippines

Portrait of Bailey Wright

Bailey Wright

Footballer

Born: July 28, 1992 · Melbourne, Australia

Portrait of Bailey Jay

Bailey Jay

Adult Film Actress

Born: November 5, 1988 · Richmond, Virginia, USA

Portrait of Bailey Tzuke

Bailey Tzuke

Singer-Songwriter

Born: July 21, 1986 · London, England

Portrait of Bailey Hanks

Bailey Hanks

Actress

Born: November 19, 1988 · Anderson, South Carolina, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Bailey Original form
  • Baylee Variant spelling
  • Bailie Variant spelling
  • Beiley Variant spelling
  • Arabic
  • Korean
  • Chinese
  • Japanese
  • Hindi

Cultural Adaptations

  • بيلي (Beili) Arabic
  • 베일리 (Beili) Korean
  • 贝莉 (Beili) Chinese
  • ベイリー (Beirī) Japanese
  • बेली (Belī) Hindi

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bailey

What does Bailey mean?
Berry clearing; Bailiff; City fortification
What is the origin of Bailey?
Bailey has British origins.
Is Bailey popular?
Bailey has been viewed 101 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Bailey?
Similar names include Lincoln, Mia, Tamir, Naima, Nuru.
How do you pronounce Bailey?
Bailey is pronounced BAY-lee.

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