Bailey is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #325 in 2002 with 851 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 2,296 births ranking #151. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 45.1%. In 2002, approximately 1 in every 2,281 boys born was named Bailey. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Bailey is a friendly surname-style name with a clear modern identity. It feels approachable, sporty, and easy to place.
The name rose through the popularity of surnames as first names and became especially strong as a unisex choice. Its appeal now comes much more from tone and familiarity than from its occupational origin.