Raleigh Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Raleigh Name at a Glance

Name	Raleigh
Meaning	From the roe deer meadow.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Raleigh Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Raleigh means “From the roe deer meadow”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Raleigh Name Origin

Our database records Raleigh under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Raleigh a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Raleigh is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Raleigh

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