Girl · 3277th of 35,406
Cayley
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,206
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1998
Peak Popularity Year
75
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cayley stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Cayley originates from Old French and means 'rejoice'. Its path includes historical forms like Cailly and has variants such as Caylee. The name conveys traits of joy and liveliness, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Cayley is derived from the Old French name 'Cailly' which is believed to be of locational origin, referring to someone from a place named Cayley.
Meaning
Rejoice
Language Evolution
Cailly, Cayley, Caylee
Historical Usage
Cayley gained popularity in the 19th century as a surname and later transitioned into a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Caylee, Kaylee, Kaili
Modern Popularity & Image
Cayley is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a youthful and vibrant image.
Famous People
Arthur Cayley, a prominent British mathematician, Cayley, an influential character in various literary works
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 75 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 44 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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Kaelee
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Kaelie
Kaeliegh
Kaelly
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Kaily
Kaleigh
Kaley
Kayelee
Kayeleigh
Kaylee
Kaylei
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Kayley
Kayli
Kaylie
Kayliee
Kayliegh
Kaylii
Kayllie
Kayly
Keali
Kehley
Keilei
Keileigh
Keili
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
Full popularity table across American generations 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4649th of 27321 | 307 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3277th of 35406 | 747 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8483rd of 30306 | 152 |