Girl · 362nd of 35,406
Kaylie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
21,950
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2006
Peak Popularity Year
1,195
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kaylie 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
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.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
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
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,195 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 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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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 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |