Bailey

Meaning of Bailey

It means 'bailiff' or 'steward'. This referred to someone who managed an estate or was a local officer of the law.

Bailey has English, Old French roots — browse every English, Old French baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Bailey

Bailey has cooled off, slipping to #209 in 2025, down from a peak of #68 in 2000.

Bailey as a boy's name

Bailey is also used as a boy's name. It means "bailiff" or "public official."

Notable people named Bailey

• Bailey Bass
  Actress, 'Avatar: The Way of Water' star
• Bailey Sarian
  Popular true crime YouTube personality
• Bailey De Young
  Actress, known for TV roles
• Bailey Noble
  Actress, 'True Blood' star
• Bailey Spinn
  Popular TikTok content creator

Questions about the name Bailey

What does the name Bailey mean?

Bailey means it means 'bailiff' or 'steward'. this referred to someone who managed an estate or was a local officer of the law, and it comes from English, Old French origins.

Is Bailey a boy's or a girl's name?

Bailey is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Bailey?

In 2025, Bailey ranked #209 for girls, down from #182 the year before.

When was Bailey most popular?

Bailey peaked at #68 in 2000.