Ailey is a unique and captivating first name, of American origin. It has gained popularity over the years due to its distinctive sound and elegant simplicity. The name Ailey is often associated with the renowned choreographer Alvin Ailey, founder of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. However, it stands independently as a beautiful choice for a child's name.
The name Ailey experienced significant popularity from the late 1990s to the early 2010s, with a peak of 71 births in 2008 and consistently high numbers up until 2016 (61 births). However, there has been a steady decline since then, reaching just 16 births in 2023. Overall, Ailey has seen 920 births between 1992 and 2023.