Baylee Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAY-lee / /ˈbeɪli/English; Irish
Meaning
Bailiff or steward (English); from the place name Baile (Irish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Baylee is derived from a surname meaning 'bailiff' or 'steward', historically associated with a person in charge of managing land or property. The Irish origin relates to the word 'Baile', meaning 'town' or 'homestead', often used in place names throughout Ireland.
Trend Summary
Baylee has seen a rise in usage as a modern name choice.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Bailey
- Baileigh
- Bailie
International Variants
- Bailey (English)
- Bailie (Scottish)
Famous people named Baylee
Baylee Curran — model and actress.
Baylee McGhee — musician.
Fictional characters named Baylee
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Baylee was first seen in the United States in 1995. Baylee has ranked as high as #1186 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Oklahoma, Georgia, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Baylee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Baylee (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 73 |
| 1998 | 60 |
| 1999 | 63 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 51 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |