Kaylie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaylie is a modern name derived from the name Kay, often linked to the Celtic word for 'pure' or the Greek name Katherine. It has evolved through forms such as Kay and Kayla. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as fresh and friendly. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with Kaylie.
The name Kaylie is most popular in Utah, 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 Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaylie has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kaylie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11760th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 848th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 362nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 745th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaylie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaylie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kaylie is often considered a modern variant of the name Kay, which itself may derive from a Celtic word meaning 'pure' or from the name Katherine, which has Greek origins.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Kay, Kayla, Kailie
Historical Usage
Kaylie gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a trendy and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Kylie, Kailyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kaylie is perceived as a youthful and vibrant name, often associated with friendliness and approachability.
Famous People
Kaylie McKeown, Kaylie Choi
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaylie"
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 "Kaylie"
"Kaylie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11760th of 19264 | 30 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 848th of 27321 | 3,515 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 362nd of 35406 | 13,853 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 745th of 30306 | 4,552 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaylie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kaylie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
17.69% 652nd/3685 |
26.55% 1188th/4475 |
17.40% 904th/5194 |
12.60% 796th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
7.51% 344th/4582 |
8.29% 428th/5164 |
4.68% 342nd/7313 |
4.89% 365th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.64% 862nd/3984 |
16.71% 750th/4487 |
11.05% 754th/6822 |
10.77% 676th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaylie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaylie" 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.