Baily
Meaning of Baily
Baily, pronounced BAY-lee (/ˈbeɪli/), is a unisex name with English roots and subtle French influence. It began as a surname from the Old French bailli, meaning “bailiff” or steward, while its Middle English echo leah denotes a woodland clearing, and in medieval usage bailey also referred to a castle’s outer enclosure. Adopted as a given name in the late 20th century, Baily appeared in U.S. Social Security data from 1994 through 2008, ranking between 738th and 908th and recording between five and fifty-eight births annually. Its concise spelling and straightforward pronunciation lend it pragmatic clarity, and its historical associations suggest both stewardship and structure. Although it never breached the top tiers of popularity, its steady presence reflects a preference for names that are neither ubiquitous nor obscure. As a gender-neutral choice, Baily fits modern Anglo-American naming trends, offering a balanced option that bridges tradition and contemporary simplicity.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BAY-lee (/ˈbeɪli/)
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Notable People Named Baily
| Baily Cargill - |
