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Ailey vs Raleigh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ailey

Girl #5,621 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hay meadow, grassy clearing"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

Cultural Roots

American African American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,621
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ailey Rank #5,621
Raleigh Rank #2,257

Raleigh is more popular, ranked #2257 vs #5621 for Ailey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ailey or Raleigh more popular?

Raleigh is more popular, ranked #2257 compared to Ailey at #5621 in the United States.

What do Ailey and Raleigh mean?

Ailey means "hay meadow, grassy clearing" (Old English/Scottish origin). Raleigh means "deer meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Ailey and Raleigh boy or girl names?

Ailey is primarily a girl name. Raleigh is primarily a boy name.

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