Girl · 45th of 35,406
Kaylee
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
139,375
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2009
Peak Popularity Year
7,225
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kaylee 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
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 Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
American English
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'.
Meaning
Pure, meadow
Language Evolution
Kay, Katherine, Lee
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.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaili, Kayleigh, Kylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaylee is perceived as a youthful and cheerful name, often associated with modernity and a playful spirit.
Famous People
Kaylee DeFer (actress), Kaylee McKeown (swimmer)
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:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 7,225 peak births in 2009
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
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 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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Caylei
Cayleigh
Cayley
Cayli
Caylie
Kaelee
Kaeleigh
Kaeley
Kaelie
Kaeliegh
Kaelly
Kaely
Kailey
Kailly
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Kaleigh
Kaley
Kayelee
Kayeleigh
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 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |