Bailie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAY-lee / /ˈbeɪli/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: bailiff; English: a form of Bailey
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bailie is derived from the Scottish surname Bailey, which originally referred to a bailiff or steward. It has been used as a given name primarily in English-speaking countries. The name has gained popularity in recent years as a modern and unique choice for girls.
Trend Summary
Bailie has seen a rise in popularity as a modern name choice in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bailey
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bailie was first seen in the United States in 1984. Bailie has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Illinois, Utah, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Bailie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bailie (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 27 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1991 | 35 |
| 1992 | 67 |
| 1993 | 49 |
| 1994 | 54 |
| 1995 | 77 |
| 1996 | 112 |
| 1997 | 121 |
| 1998 | 114 |
| 1999 | 121 |
| 2000 | 90 |
| 2001 | 80 |
| 2002 | 48 |
| 2003 | 43 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 39 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 8 |