An estimated 64,780 living Americans are named Paisley.
How rare is Paisley?
Paisley is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 3,508 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 31.1% from its 2015 peak.
How old is the typical Paisley?
The median age of a living American named Paisley is approximately 9 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 12 years old.
Is Paisley still popular?
Yes. Paisley is holding steady, with 3,508 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Paisley most common?
Paisley has its strongest geographic signal in Wyoming, where it appears 6.2× more often than the national baseline.
1966Peak 20152025
Peak year
2015
Decline from peak
31.1%
2025
3,508
All-time
65,369
Diaspora map
Paisley broke out in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Hawaii, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, and West Virginia (2008) and became over-represented in 32 states over 12 years.
Broke out: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Hawaii, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, and West Virginia, 2008 · over-represented in 32 states over 12 years
