Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kylei is a modern name with roots in the Scottish Gaelic word 'caol', meaning 'narrow strait'. It evolved from the name Kyle and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine form. The name is associated with creativity and individuality, but it has no biblical background.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪli/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Kylei is a modern variant of the name Kyle, which has Scottish origins. The name Kyle itself is derived from the Gaelic word 'caol', meaning 'narrow' or 'strait'.
Meaning
Narrow strait
Language Evolution
Caol, Kyle
Historical Usage
Kylei gained popularity as a feminine variant in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Kylie, Kyla, Kyle
Modern Popularity & Image
Kylei is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kylei Smith (a fictional character), Kylei K (a modern influencer)
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 78 peak births in 2012
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14057th of 27321 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3429th of 35406 | 697 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3807th of 30306 | 479 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
43.35% 3170th/7313 |
69.06% 5154th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
82.61% 3291st/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
47.39% 3233rd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Georgia across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14057th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3429th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3807th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.