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Crosby vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Crosby

Boy #1,202 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"village of the cross, farm by the cross"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,202
Total SSA Count
170
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Crosby Rank #1,202
Bailey Rank #1,270

Crosby is more popular, ranked #1202 vs #1270 for Bailey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crosby or Bailey more popular?

Crosby is more popular, ranked #1202 compared to Bailey at #1270 in the United States.

What do Crosby and Bailey mean?

Crosby means "village of the cross, farm by the cross" (Old Norse origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Crosby and Bailey boy or girl names?

Crosby is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.

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