Pailey

“bailiff”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#743US 2023

1.5kBirths / yr

→Stable

43All-time births

📅 Since 200900

How to pronounce Pailey

PAH·ee·LAY

/ˈpɑ.iː.ˈleɪ/ · stress on PAH · 3 syllables

“bailiff”

English origin · Girl name

What does Pailey mean and where does it come from?

Pailey is a modern English name that can be derived from the surname Bailey, which means 'bailiff' or refers to someone who manages a property or estate. This name can also be related to the words for a bird or a soaring type of bird in some contexts. Its usage as a given name is relatively recent a

Cultural significance

Pailey has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #13252 in 2011 — currently #743 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Pailey?

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

Pailey Grace

How popular is Pailey right now?

Holding steady — currently #743 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#743 · Top 0.55%

2010

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#743	1,457	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#748	1,437	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#753	1,407	▲ up 17639 · +28040% births
2015	#18392	5	▼ down 5009 · -37% births
2010	#13383	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Pailey

Best Year2023Rank #743

Peak Count1,457

Average Rank#6804

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20235 years

The story of Pailey

Pailey is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 43 total births recorded, Pailey remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13383 in 2010 to #743 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Pailey in 2011:

Sophia Isabella Emma Olivia Ava

💎Pailey has only 43 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Pailey?

Common

PaiPailPailiePailyIley

What names sound and feel like Pailey?

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

Paisley

Scotland · church

Bailey

English · bailiff, steward

Pasiley

English · A meaningful name

Paizley

American · English

Parley

English · to speak or

Pasley

American · Pale meadow

Hailey

American · From the hay

Pazley

American · A combination of

Common questions about the name Pailey

What does the name Pailey mean?

Pailey means "English" — a name rooted in English 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 Pailey?

Pailey is currently ranked #743 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Pailey?

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

How do you pronounce the name Pailey?

Pailey is a three-syllable name pronounced P AA1 IY0 L EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Pailey?

Pailey pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.