Raeleigh

“ewe, female sheep”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1757US 2023

117Births / yr

↑Rising

1.9kAll-time births

📅 Since 199400.01% of births at peak

What does Raeleigh mean and where does it come from?

Raeleigh is a modern variation of the traditional name Raleigh, which is derived from Old English. This name can denote a place name meaning 'meadow' or 'wood', while also being interpreted to relate to female sheep (ewe). It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, especially as a varia

Cultural significance

Raeleigh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of ewe, female sheep.

Peak popularity

Reached #1596 in 2017 — currently #1757 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Raeleigh?

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

Raeleigh Grace

How popular is Raeleigh right now?

Rising fast — up 180 spots — currently #1757 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1757 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1757	117	▲ up 180 · +14% births
2022	#1937	103	▼ down 387 · -24% births
2021	#1550	136	▲ up 386 · +39% births
2020	#1936	98	▼ down 274 · -24% births
2015	#1662	129	▲ up 393 · +33% births
2010	#2055	97	▲ up 1514 · +131% births
2005	#3569	42	▲ up 1573 · +83% births
2000	#5142	23	▲ up 8004 · +283% births
1995	#13146	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Raeleigh

Best Year2021Rank #1550

Peak Count136

Average Rank#3639

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Raeleigh

Raeleigh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1994. With 1,850 total births recorded, Raeleigh remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13146 in 1995 to #1757 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Raeleigh in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Raeleigh by decade

Raeleigh peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	67
2000s	507
2010s ★	1,178
2020s	98

💎With 1,850 total births, Raeleigh is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Raeleigh?

Common

RaeRaelRaelieRaelyEleigh

What names sound and feel like Raeleigh?

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

Raleigh

American · Old English

Haeleigh

American · a modern variant

Raileigh

American · English

Radleigh

American · Derived from Old

Maeleigh

American · English

Jaeleigh

American · A modern invented

Baeleigh

American · a combination of

Caeleigh

American · The name Caeleigh

Common questions about the name Raeleigh

What does the name Raeleigh mean?

Raeleigh means "ewe, female sheep" — 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 Raeleigh?

Raeleigh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Raeleigh have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Raeleigh?

Raeleigh 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 Raeleigh trending right now?

Raeleigh is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Raeleigh a common or rare name?

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