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Cam vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cam

Boy #1,426 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"winding river"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,426
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bailey

Boy #1,270 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"outer wall of a castle (bailey)"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,270
Total SSA Count
155
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cam Rank #1,426
Bailey Rank #1,270

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 vs #1426 for Cam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cam or Bailey more popular?

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 compared to Cam at #1426 in the United States.

What do Cam and Bailey mean?

Cam means "winding river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Cam and Bailey boy or girl names?

Cam is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.

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