Halley vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Halley

Girl #2,721 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"holy (folk association)"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,270 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"outer wall of a castle (bailey)"

Origin: Old French

English American Scottish

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Halley Rank #2,721

Bailey Rank #1,270

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 vs #2721 for Halley.

Is Halley or Bailey more popular?

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 compared to Halley at #2721 in the United States.

What do Halley and Bailey mean?

Halley means "holy (folk association)" (Old English origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Halley and Bailey boy or girl names?

Halley is primarily a girl name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.