Find out how popular the first name Paisleigh has been for the last 18 years (from 2006 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Paisleigh by gender

Based on the last 18 years of data, Paisleigh is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 250 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Paisleigh.

The history of the first name Paisleigh

The name Paisleigh is a modern invented name that has no clear linguistic origins or historical precedent. It appears to be a creative blend of the Scottish town name Paisley and the common English suffix "-leigh" or "-ley", which often denotes a meadow or clearing.

While the town of Paisley in Renfrewshire, Scotland has a long and well-documented history dating back to the 12th century, the name Paisleigh itself does not seem to have any direct connection to this place or its traditional Gaelic name "Pàislig". The name is likely a relatively recent construction, potentially inspired by the iconic Paisley pattern associated with the town's textile industry.

There are no known historical figures or notable individuals from ancient times or medieval records who bore the name Paisleigh. The earliest documented examples of the name appear to be from the late 20th century or early 21st century, coinciding with the rising popularity of uniquely spelled and invented names in certain regions.

Due to its modern origins, there are very few individuals of historical significance who have carried the name Paisleigh. Some examples of people with this first name include:

1. Paisleigh Buck, an American social media influencer and content creator born in the late 1990s.
2. Paisleigh Rae, an American child model and actress active in the 2010s.
3. Paisleigh Ann Williams, an American author and writer born in the 1980s.
4. Paisleigh Grace, an American singer and songwriter active in the 2000s.
5. Paisleigh Marie, an American beauty pageant contestant and model from the early 2000s.

It is worth noting that the name Paisleigh, while gaining some traction in recent years, remains relatively uncommon and lacks a deep historical or cultural lineage compared to many traditional names with centuries of use and documented origins.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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