The baby name Paley is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "Paley: /ˈpeɪli".
Paley is a name of English origin that means "dweller by the palisade". The palisade was a fence made of wooden stakes that was used for defense in medieval times. The name Paley was likely given to someone who lived near or worked on a palisade. The name has been in use since the 13th century and has been found in various forms such as Pale, Paly, and Pailly.
The name Paley is considered to be a unisex name, meaning it can be given to both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Paley is PAY-lee. The name is made up of two syllables, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name Paley has not been very popular in recent years, but it has been used by notable people such as the English philosopher William Paley and the American television producer William S. Paley.
The name Paley is a combination of two words, "pale" and "ley". The word "pale" refers to the wooden stakes used in a palisade, while "ley" means "clearing" or "meadow". The name Paley is therefore a descriptive name that refers to someone who lived near a clearing or meadow where a palisade was built. The name has a rich history and is a reminder of the medieval times when palisades were used for defense.
Paley has the following similar or variant Names
- Paley |
- Pailly |
- Paleyman |
- Paleyson |
- Paleyton |
- Paleyzer
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