Ayleigh
Meaning of Ayleigh
Ayleigh (AY-lee) is a fresh, feminine name that feels like a burst of Latin sunshine. It pairs the popular English “-leigh” ending with the spark of “Ay,” hinting at a joyful Spanish alegría and the promise of dawn’s first ray. Though it’s a modern English creation, it carries a warm glow—like your morning café con leche on a sunlit terrace. In the U.S., six to nine tiny Ayleighs appear each year, keeping her planted in the mid-900s of the popularity charts from 2010 to 2018, even peaking at nine in 2015. So unique, she won’t get lost in a sea of Emilys at the playground. Easy to pronounce, hard to forget, Ayleigh invites bright moments and a dash of Mediterranean flair.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as AY-lee (/ˈeɪ.li/)
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