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Glenn vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
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

Glenn Rank #1,366
Bailey Rank #1,270

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 vs #1366 for Glenn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Bailey more popular?

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 compared to Glenn at #1366 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Bailey mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Glenn and Bailey boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.

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