Girl · 294th of 35,406
Kailey
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
27,099
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2004
Peak Popularity Year
1,449
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kailey 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
Kailey is an Irish name that means 'slender' or 'fair.' It evolved from the historical forms 'Caollaidhe' and 'Kayleigh.' The name is associated with traits of beauty and youthfulness. It does not have biblical relevance. Kailey gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century and remains a modern and trendy choice today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Kailey is derived from the Irish name 'Caollaidhe,' which means 'slender' or 'fair.' It has evolved as a feminine variant of the name 'Kayleigh.'
Meaning
slender, fair
Language Evolution
Caollaidhe, Kayleigh, Kailey
Historical Usage
Kailey gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century and has been commonly used since the 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayleigh, Kailie, Cailin
Modern Popularity & Image
Kailey is often perceived as a modern and trendy name, associated with youthfulness and vibrancy.
Famous People
Kailey O'Connor, an American singer, Kailey Morris, an American actress
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,449 peak births in 2004
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 44 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Caeleigh
Caeley
Caely
Cailee
Cailey
Cailie
Cailley
Caily
Caley
Caylee
Caylei
Cayleigh
Cayley
Cayli
Caylie
Kaelee
Kaeleigh
Kaeley
Kaelie
Kaeliegh
Kaelly
Kaely
Kailly
Kaily
Kaleigh
Kaley
Kayelee
Kayeleigh
Kaylee
Kaylei
Kayleigh
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 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20994th of 24088 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14677th of 19264 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 666th of 27321 | 4,880 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 294th of 35406 | 17,284 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 703rd of 30306 | 4,910 |