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Raleigh vs Ailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ailey

Girl #5,621 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hay meadow, grassy clearing"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

Cultural Roots

American African American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,621
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Raleigh Rank #2,257
Ailey Rank #5,621

Raleigh is more popular, ranked #2257 vs #5621 for Ailey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raleigh or Ailey more popular?

Raleigh is more popular, ranked #2257 compared to Ailey at #5621 in the United States.

What do Raleigh and Ailey mean?

Raleigh means "deer meadow" (Old English origin). Ailey means "hay meadow, grassy clearing" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Raleigh and Ailey boy or girl names?

Raleigh is primarily a boy name. Ailey is primarily a girl name.

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