Rayleigh
girl name#1443 in 2025Rayleigh entered the US charts in 1995, peaked at #1233 in 2018, ranks #1443 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1995–2025
#1443
rank today
#1233
peak (2018)
149
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9685 |
| 2000s | #4306 |
| 2010s | #1462 |
| 2020s | #1399 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rayleigh has been most popular in Texas, Tennessee, Alabama.
Living bearers
About 3,000 people named Rayleigh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rayleigh is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rayleigh in 2025?
- Rayleigh ranks #1443 among US girl names in 2025, with 149 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rayleigh most popular?
- Rayleigh peaked in 2018, reaching #1233 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Rayleigh with classmates?
- Rayleigh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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