Girl · 2148th of 35,406
Kaily
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,525
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2010
Peak Popularity Year
126
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kaily 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
Kaily is a modern English name derived from the name Kay, which has roots in Welsh and Scottish languages. It carries the meaning of 'beloved' and has evolved through various forms. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as trendy and youthful today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kaily is a contemporary name that is derived from the name Kay, which itself has various origins including Welsh and Scottish. The suffix '-ly' is often added to names to create a more feminine or unique variant.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Kay, Kail, Kaily
Historical Usage
Kaily began to gain popularity in the late 20th century as modern naming trends leaned towards more unique and phonetically appealing names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Kaili, Kylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kaily is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
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 126 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 16 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.
Caeleigh
Caeley
Caely
Cailee
Cailey
Cailie
Cailley
Caily
Caley
Caylee
Caylei
Cayleigh
Cayley
Cayli
Caylie
Kaelee
Kaeleigh
Kaeley
Kaelie
Kaeliegh
Kaelly
Kaely
Kailey
Kailly
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 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3825th of 27321 | 404 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2148th of 35406 | 1,379 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2776th of 30306 | 742 |