Paisley Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAYZ-lee / /ˈpeɪzli/Scottish; English
Meaning
from the meadow; church
Historical & Cultural Background
In Scottish, Paisley refers to a town known for its textile industry, particularly paisley patterns. In English, it is derived from the Old English word for 'church', reflecting its historical roots in place names.
Trend Summary
The name has seen a rise in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Paislee
- Paizley
International Variants
- Paz (Spanish)
- Pazley (English)
Famous people named Paisley
Paisley Adams — musician.
Paisley McCoy — athlete.
Fictional characters named Paisley
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Paisley was first seen in the United States in 2011. Paisley has ranked as high as #1374 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Paisley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Paisley
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |