Marley vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marley

Boy #1,238 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"boundary wood"

Origin: Old English

English American Jamaican

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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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Marley Rank #1,238

Bailey Rank #1,270

Marley is more popular, ranked #1238 vs #1270 for Bailey.

Is Marley or Bailey more popular?

Marley is more popular, ranked #1238 compared to Bailey at #1270 in the United States.

What do Marley and Bailey mean?

Marley means "boundary wood" (Old English origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Marley and Bailey boy or girl names?

Marley is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.