Bailey is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #705 in 2025 with 52 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2003 with 111 births ranking #337. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 100.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 4,871 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.