Rising since 2007, #4,661 for girls today.
Popularity of Whitleigh since 1988
Babies named Whitleigh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 119 |
| 2020s | 108 |
Meaning & origin
Whitleigh first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1988, a modern respelling of the surname Whitley. As of 2025, it ranks 4661, with approximately 1 in 55,423 girls given the name. It has been steadily rising since 2007 and reached its peak popularity in 2025. The name is most common in Texas, reflecting a broader trend of -leigh suffixed names in the South. While Whitleigh remains relatively uncommon, its upward trajectory suggests growing appeal among parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar sound.
Whitleigh is a modern respelling of Whitley, which derives from Old English hwīt (white) and lēah (wood, clearing). Originally a surname and place name, it gained use as a given name in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the -leigh suffix popular in contemporary American naming.
Where Whitleigh is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Whit, Leigh
Sibling names for Whitleigh
Names that share Whitleigh's style, for a brother or sister.
