Bailly Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAY-lee / /ˈbeɪli/French; English
Meaning
French: 'bailiff'; English: 'a variant of Bailey'
Historical & Cultural Background
In French, Bailly is derived from 'bailli', meaning a bailiff or steward, historically associated with local governance. The name has been used in various regions of France, often linked to nobility and land management. In English, Bailly is a variant of Bailey, which has Old French roots and was used as a surname before becoming a given name. The name Bailey has been popular in English-speaking countries, often associated with a sense of duty and responsibility.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Bailey
- Bailie
International Variants
- Bailey (English)
- Bailly (French)
Famous people named Bailly
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bailly was first seen in the United States in 1998. Bailly has ranked as high as #1291 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bailly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1998 | 6 |
2000 | 6 |
2001 | 8 |