Taleigh

“variant of Taylor, meaning 'cutter of cloth'”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17482US 2022

5Births / yr

↓Falling

95All-time births

📅 Since 199700

What does Taleigh mean and where does it come from?

Taleigh is a modern variation of the name Taylor, which has occupational origins relating to cloth-making. The name has seen rising popularity in the United States, especially in the 21st century. Traditionally, Taylor is used for both genders, but Taleigh is more commonly given to girls, reflecting

Cultural significance

Taleigh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of taylor, meaning 'cutter of cloth'.

Peak popularity

Reached #10684 in 2005 — currently #17482 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Taleigh?

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

Taleigh Grace

How popular is Taleigh right now?

Falling — down 2426 spots — currently #17482 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2022#17482 · Top 13%

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2005

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2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#17482	5	▼ down 2426 · -17% births
2021	#15056	6	▲ up 873 · +20% births
2020	#15929	5	▼ down 2240 · -29% births
2015	#13689	7	▲ up 2257 · +17% births
2010	#15946	6	▼ down 5262 · -40% births
2005	#10684	10	▲ up 2195 · +43% births
2000	#12879	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Taleigh

Best Year2005Rank #10684

Peak Count10

Average Rank#14524

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20227 years

The story of Taleigh

Taleigh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 95 total births recorded, Taleigh remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #12879 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17482 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Taleigh in 2005:

Emily Emma Madison Abigail Olivia

Taleigh by decade

Taleigh peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	8
2000s	37
2010s ★	45
2020s	5

💎Taleigh has only 95 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Taleigh?

Common

TalTalieTalyAleigh

What names sound and feel like Taleigh?

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

Tayleigh

American · A modern spelling

Taeleigh

American · a modern variation

Xaleigh

American · A beloved name

Naleigh

American · A modern name,

Saleigh

American · English

Maleigh

American · Variant of Mailey,

Daleigh

American · A modern name

Haleigh

American · A modern variant

Common questions about the name Taleigh

What does the name Taleigh mean?

Taleigh means "variant of Taylor, meaning 'cutter of cloth'" — 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 Taleigh?

Taleigh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Taleigh?

Taleigh 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 Taleigh a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Taleigh?

Taleigh naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.