Raleigh
Raleigh is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Roe deer clearing or red clearing.
Origin and history
Raleigh originates as an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'roe deer clearing'. Historically associated with Sir Walter Raleigh, it has long been used as a masculine given name in the United States. Today, it remains a charmingly classic choice with steady, traditional usage.
Popularity in the United States
9,279 babies in the United States have been named Raleigh since 1880. It ranks #1253 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1521.
States where it is most popular
- NC (16.3 %)
- VA (15.7 %)
- GA (13.7 %)
- TX (11.1 %)
- KY (9.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 168 |
| 1890-1900 | 185 |
| 1900-1910 | 233 |
| 1910-1920 | 846 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,165 |
| 1930-1940 | 916 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,023 |
| 1950-1960 | 860 |
| 1960-1970 | 574 |
| 1970-1980 | 444 |
| 1980-1990 | 497 |
| 1990-2000 | 538 |
| 2000-2010 | 544 |
| 2010-2019 | 879 |
| 2020-2029 | 407 |
Famous people named Raleigh
- Raleigh Rhodes: Naval Aviator, Military Officer
Nicknames
Lee, Ral
Fun facts
- It originally denoted someone living near a clearing frequented by roe deer in Devon, England.
- It is famous as the capital city of North Carolina, named after Sir Walter Raleigh.