Bailey is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #683 in 2022 with 54 recorded births. This places Bailey in the top 9% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2003 with 111 births ranking #337. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 107.7%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 4,880 girls born was named Bailey. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.