Zayleigh
Meaning of Zayleigh
Zayleigh, pronounced ZAY-lee, is a modern American coinage that fuses the zesty “Zay” sound with the Old English suffix “-leigh,” meaning meadow, to create a breezy, contemporary alternative to Kaylee or Hailey. Though its etymological roots point north of the Río Grande, the name’s quick, open vowels and melodic cadence echo effortlessly through Spanish-speaking households, giving it a subtle pan-Latin appeal. In U.S. data, Zayleigh first surfaced in 2006 and has since hovered in the lower tier of the national top-1,000, peaking at 95 newborns in 2019 and maintaining a steady presence with 60 babies in 2024. Parents are drawn to its balance of familiarity and flair: the initial “Z” signals modern energy, while the soft “-leigh” ending adds a pastoral touch. As a result, Zayleigh often reads as a name for a spirited yet grounded girl, equally at ease on a city playground or beneath wide-open country skies.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as zay-lee (/zeɪli/)
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