Raleigh
Raleigh is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Roe deer clearing or meadow.
Origin and history
Raleigh originates as an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'roe deer clearing'. Historically used more often for boys, it has gained traction as a unisex choice in the United States. Its recent usage reflects a modern trend toward geographic and surname-based given names for girls.
Popularity in the United States
3,057 babies in the United States have been named Raleigh since 1880. It ranks #3213 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1385.
States where it is most popular
- TX (23.5 %)
- GA (14.6 %)
- LA (10.2 %)
- NC (7.6 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 23 |
| 1950-1960 | 8 |
| 1960-1970 | 10 |
| 1970-1980 | 40 |
| 1980-1990 | 101 |
| 1990-2000 | 256 |
| 2000-2010 | 532 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,346 |
| 2020-2029 | 736 |
Fun facts
- The name originally designated someone from places in Devon or Essex named Rayleigh or Raleigh.
- It is widely recognized in North America as the capital city of North Carolina, named after Sir Walter Raleigh.