Bailey vs Samantha

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Bailey Rank #182
Samantha Rank #127

Samantha is more popular, ranked #127 vs #182 for Bailey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bailey ___

  • Bailey Mae
  • Bailey Jo
  • Bailey Rose
  • Bailey Grace
  • Bailey Anne
  • Bailey Jean

Samantha ___

  • Samantha Grace
  • Samantha Rose
  • Samantha Jane
  • Samantha Marie
  • Samantha Lee
  • Samantha Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bailey

Brooke Riley Chase Parker Avery

If you choose Samantha

Jessica Amanda Matthew Christopher Brittany

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bailey or Samantha more popular?

Samantha is more popular, ranked #127 compared to Bailey at #182 in the United States.

What do Bailey and Samantha mean?

Bailey means "fortification wall" (Old French origin). Samantha means "told by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bailey and Samantha boy or girl names?

Bailey is primarily a girl name. Samantha is primarily a girl name.

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