Name · Sound · Chart fit
Bailey
Numerology, Saju and astrology notes for the name Bailey
- Syllables
- 2
- U.S. rank
- #215
- Given to
- Girls and boys
U.S. Social Security records show 84,082 births named Bailey since 2000, making it number 215 on our list.
How Bailey sounds
Bailey moves in two syllables, a length that feels familiar and approachable. The name Bailey trails off on a vowel, a gentle ending that carries well when called out. Say Bailey out loud and it floats off the tongue, which is how the scheme recognizes an air sound. Recent U.S. birth records show Bailey used less often than before, so it stands out a little today. U.S. birth records show Bailey shared fairly evenly across girls and boys.
The Saju view
The first sound of Bailey is made with the lips, and the sound-element system used here counts that as water. The sound of Bailey belongs to water, the element of reflection and flexibility. A chart short on water is the one that gains most from such a name. Because water feeds wood in the cycle of generation, Bailey can also help a chart that is short on wood, though less directly. A chart that already holds plenty of water is better served by another name, since Bailey would add to it.
Water soundOpens on water
The astrology view
Bailey ranks highest in charts led by air, which means the signs Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. Charts led by Aries, Leo and Sagittarius come next. Charts led by earth and water signs hear the air sound of Bailey as a contrast, so it ranks lower there.
GeminiLibraAquarius
Numerology, for reference
Bailey adds up to an Expression number of 9 in Pythagorean numerology, the number of compassion and generosity. In numerology the number 9 stands for compassion, which is tied to generosity, wide horizons and a sense of larger purpose. The vowels of Bailey add up to a Soul Urge number of 6, linked with an inner wish for a loving home. In numerology the number 6 stands for care, which is tied to responsibility, a warm home and looking after others. Bailey has a Personality number of 3, which numerology ties to the first impression: sociable and expressive. The number 3 is read as the number of expression, associated with creativity, humor and an easy way with words.
Names that share its water sound
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