Raleigh

Boy

Raleigh is a boy's name of Old English origin meaning "English place name used as first name, meaning deer clearing.". It is pronounced RAH-lee. Today it is a popular name (popularity 85/100).

Old English origin · /RAH-lee/ · classic

Meaning: English place name used as first name, meaning deer clearing.

Popularity 85/1002 syllablesPeaked 2016→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Raleigh

What does Raleigh mean?

Raleigh means "English place name used as first name, meaning deer clearing.". It is of Old English origin.

Is Raleigh a boy or girl name?

Raleigh is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Raleigh?

Raleigh is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 85/100. It was most popular in the 2010s.

How is Raleigh pronounced?

Raleigh is pronounced RAH-lee.

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