Girl · 3429th of 35,406
Kylei
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,223
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2012
Peak Popularity Year
78
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kylei 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
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 Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
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
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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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
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 33 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |