US Popularity Rank: 10746

Origin: British

Meaning: Bailiff

Bailley is a fun and friendly-sounding name of English origin. Derived from the Middle English baili, it means “bailiff,” which can be an occupational name for a sheriff or a steward. Bailley is also thought to have French roots, stemming from the word bailif, which has the same meaning. More commonly spelled as Bailey, this feminine name has been featured in numerous TV Shows and Movies, from Disney’s Suite Life on Deck to ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy. Quite versatile, it has been found as both a given name and surname and is ideal for keeping baby connected to their heritage.