Raleigh
r(a)-lei-gh
US Popularity:2280
Origin:British
Meaning:Roe deer clearing
Raleigh is a gender-neutral title of Old English origin that was originally a last name. This cute baby name means “roe deer clearing” and can conjure images of adorable deer wandering and eating through rich green fields. You might also recognize Raleigh as the capital city of North Carolina. Between vast grasslands with roaming wildlife and the vibrant energy of a big city, the name Raleigh can offer baby the best of both worlds.
Raleigh Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Raleigh is currently #3105 on The Bump
Boy:Raleigh is currently #1742 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Raleigh is currently #2101 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Raleigh is currently #2280 in U.S. births
Boy:Raleigh is currently #2115 in U.S. births
Girl:Raleigh is currently #1648 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#1648
in 2023
+ 110
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Raleigh, April 2024
Name Doctor, Raleigh
Ancestry, Raleigh Family History
WordSense Dictionary, Raleigh
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