Kaylee
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
139,375 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2009 Peak Popularity Year
7,225 Peak Births

Kaylee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Kaylee is a modern American name derived from a combination of Kay and Lee, meaning 'pure' and 'meadow'. It evolved from historical forms like Kay and Katherine, reflecting a trend towards unique names in recent decades. The name carries a cheerful connotation and has gained popularity in the late 20th century, with no direct biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaylee"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkeɪli/

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Origin

American English

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Etymology

Kaylee is a modern name that is often considered a combination of the names Kay and Lee. Kay has roots in the English name Katherine, while Lee is of English origin meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'.

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Meaning

Pure, meadow

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Language Evolution

Kay, Katherine, Lee

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Historical Usage

Kaylee gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as it became a trendy name among parents looking for unique and modern names for their daughters.

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Variants & Derivatives

Kaili, Kayleigh, Kylie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Kaylee is perceived as a youthful and cheerful name, often associated with modernity and a playful spirit.

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Famous People

Kaylee DeFer (actress), Kaylee McKeown (swimmer)

📊 Kaylee Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Gradually Declining

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✨ Kaylee Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 7,225 peak births in 2009

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Kaylee" - Complete Guide (44 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Kaylee". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 44 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

Why explore same pronunciation names? Many parents search for homophone names to find alternative spellings that might be more unique or culturally significant. This ultimate list covers both American and British pronunciation patterns, ensuring you find the perfect variation of "Kaylee" that fits your preferences.

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaylee"

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 of "Kaylee"

"Kaylee" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 12589th of 16616 16
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 7307th of 24088 149
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 19426th of 23106 11
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 9204th of 9204 5
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 7387th of 12526 43
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 3931st of 19264 252
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 265th of 27321 17,238
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 45th of 35406 85,661
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 94th of 30306 36,000

Regional Popularity of "Kaylee" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 42.09%
3078th/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Kaylee" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
5.26%
194th/3685
8.07%
361st/4475
5.41%
281st/5194
4.08%
258th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
1.03%
47th/4582
1.41%
73rd/5164
0.57%
42nd/7313
0.72%
54th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
2.79%
111th/3984
2.25%
101st/4487
1.13%
77th/6822
1.53%
96th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Kaylee"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaylee" 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 of "Kaylee" in the United States

The name Kaylee is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Kaylee has been falling for female in MidWest, too rising for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, too rising for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Kaylee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12589th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7307th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19426th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7387th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3931st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 265th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 45th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 94th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaylee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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