Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Caylee is a modern American name that combines elements from Kay and Lee. It carries the meaning of 'rejoice' and has evolved through various forms. The name gained popularity in the 2000s and is associated with uniqueness and creativity. There is no biblical relevance linked to the name, and it has variants like Kaylee and Cayleigh.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
American
Etymology
Caylee is a modern name that is often regarded as a combination of the names Kay and Lee. Its usage has been influenced by the trend of creating unique names by blending or altering existing ones.
Meaning
Rejoice
Language Evolution
Kaylee, Kaili, Cayleigh
Historical Usage
Caylee gained popularity in the early 2000s, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend of unique and creative names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaylee, Kylie, Cayleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Caylee is perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Caylee Anthony, Caylee Cowan
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,247 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 43 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2452nd of 27321 | 755 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 718th of 35406 | 5,910 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1052nd of 30306 | 3,012 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.48% 1934th/3685 |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
41.62% 2162nd/5194 |
47.59% 3006th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.47% 709th/4582 |
17.72% 915th/5164 |
8.18% 598th/7313 |
13.29% 992nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
27.13% 1081st/3984 |
25.83% 1159th/4487 |
12.64% 862nd/6822 |
21.72% 1363rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Tennessee across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2452nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 718th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1052nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.