Dailey

“valley”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 31% boys♀ 69% girls

#1224US 2023

976Births / yr

→Stable

331All-time births

📅 Since 199400

What does Dailey mean and where does it come from?

Dailey is derived from the Irish surname Ó Dálaigh which means 'descendant of Dálach', where Dálach means 'valley'. The name has been used as both a first name and surname in the United States, and has gained popularity in the modern era. Its first recorded usage as a given name appears to have been

Cultural significance

Dailey has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of valley.

Peak popularity

Reached #6882 in 2020 — currently #1224 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dailey?

Dailey works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Dailey Grace

How popular is Dailey right now?

Holding steady — currently #1224 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1224 · Top 0.90%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1224	976	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1229	956	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1234	926	▲ up 5648 · +5688% births
2020	#6882	16	▲ up 9629 · +220% births
2015	#16511	5	▲ up 570
2010	#17081	5	▼ down 6097 · -44% births
2005	#10984	9	▼ down 2913 · -25% births
2000	#8071	12	▲ up 5454 · +140% births
1995	#13525	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dailey

Best Year2023Rank #1224

Peak Count976

Average Rank#8527

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Dailey

Dailey is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1994. With 331 total births recorded, Dailey remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13525 in 1995 to #1224 in 2023. Dailey is used for both genders: 69% female and 31% male.

Names that peaked alongside Dailey in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Dailey by decade

Dailey peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	5
1910s	18
1920s	11
1930s	25
1940s	15
1950s	13
1990s	29
2000s	95
2010s ★	104
2020s	16

💎Dailey has only 331 total recorded births since 1994 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dailey?

Common

DaiDailDailieDailyIley

What names sound and feel like Dailey?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dailey also consider these

Hailey

American · From the hay

Dailley

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Dailen

American · A variation inspired

American · A modern variation

Zailey

American · Variant of Zailey;

Cailey

American · Slender

Common questions about the name Dailey

What does the name Dailey mean?

Dailey means "valley" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Dailey?

Dailey is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Dailey?

Dailey originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Dailey a common or rare name?

Dailey is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

Is Dailey more of a girl or boy name?

Dailey is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.