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Origin and Meaning of Bailey

Gender

Masculine and Feminine

Origin of Bailey

Old French or Old English

Usage of Bailey

English

Meaning of Bailey

The name Bailey comes from a surname, which has various origins and meanings:
1. From an occupational surname, which is derived from the Old French word meaning "bailiff, guardian".
2. From a surname, belonging to a person who lived near a bailey (a city fortification).
3. From a place name (Bailey in Lancashire, England), meaning "berry wood" in Old English.

Famous bearers

Bearers of the surname include Pearl Bailey (1918 - 1990), an American singer and actress; George W. Bailey (born 1945), an American actor; Eion Bailey (born 1976), an American actor.

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