Paisleigh
Paisleigh is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Church, cemetery, or basilica; modern variant of Paisley.
Origin and history
Paisleigh is a modern creative respelling of the traditional Scottish place name Paisley. It gained momentum in the United States during the early 21st century alongside the trend for names ending in '-leigh'. Its usage has increased significantly in recent years as parents seek unique spellings of popular names.
Popularity in the United States
3,568 babies in the United States have been named Paisleigh since 1880. It ranks #2960 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #938.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.1 %)
- OH (7.1 %)
- GA (6.8 %)
- NC (5.8 %)
- AL (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 62 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,954 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,552 |
Nicknames
Pais, Pai, Leigh
Fun facts
- The spelling Paisleigh reflects the popular modern American practice of using the '-leigh' suffix to create distinct name variations.
- It ultimately derives from Paisley, a town in Renfrewshire, Scotland, famous for its history in textile manufacturing and pattern design.