BAYLIE
Baylie
The surname Baylie is of English origin, derived from the Middle English word "bail(l)i" or "baillie," meaning a bailiff or a overseer of manors. It was an occupational surname given to individuals who held the position of a bailiff or manager of an estate. The name may also have been locational in some cases, derived from the Old English word "beag," meaning "ring" or "circle."
The distribution of the Baylie surname is most prominent in the southern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Surrey, Hampshire, and Sussex. Over time, variations in spelling have emerged, with some individuals adopting alternative forms such as Bailey or Bailie.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Baylie have been associated with a variety of occupations and social classes. The surname has likely undergone changes in spelling and pronunciation as families migrated and settled in different regions.
Today, the Baylie surname continues to be found among diverse communities in the United Kingdom and beyond. It represents a rich heritage rooted in the medieval practices of land management and administration, reflecting the historical social structures of England.
There are approximately 127 people named Baylie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Baylie.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Clinton
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Ronald
- Simon
Female
- Christine
- Delia
- Jane
- Jolene
- Karen
- Michelle
- Rachael
- Rachel
- Suzanne
- Valerie
Similar and related surnames
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