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By Brynn McKeon · Jul 2026

Paley

OriginEnglish, possibly originated as a nickname for pale eyes
GenderBoy
Also a girl's nameShow me Paley as a girl's name

About Paley

Paley is occasionally used for girls in 2007.

Famous Paleys

  • William S. Paley

    American founder of CBS

Paley in pop culture

  • The Paley Center for Media

    in N.Y. and L.A.

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