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Dev vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dev

Boy #1,401 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"divine, god"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindi British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,401
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
1
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

Dev Rank #1,401
Bailey Rank #1,270

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 vs #1401 for Dev.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dev or Bailey more popular?

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 compared to Dev at #1401 in the United States.

What do Dev and Bailey mean?

Dev means "divine, god" (Sanskrit origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Dev and Bailey boy or girl names?

Dev is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.

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