Kyleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kyleigh is a modern English name derived from the Gaelic name Kyle, with influences from Kaylee. It means narrow or straight. The name has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is associated with traits of creativity and youthfulness, and it has no biblical relevance.
The name Kyleigh is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Kyleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too 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, 'Kyleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22675th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11116th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1609th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 401st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 598th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kyleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kyleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kyleigh is a contemporary variation of the name Kyle, which has Gaelic origins. It may also be influenced by the name Kaylee, which combines elements of the names Kay and Lee.
Meaning
Narrow, straight
Language Evolution
Kyle, Kaylee, Kylie
Historical Usage
Kyleigh emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of the trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kylie, Kayleigh, Kailie
Modern Popularity & Image
Kyleigh is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and creativity.
Famous People
Kyleigh McKenzie, a known figure in contemporary arts, Kyleigh B. Smith, a notable athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kyleigh"
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 "Kyleigh"
"Kyleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22675th of 24088 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11116th of 19264 | 35 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1609th of 27321 | 1,403 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 401st of 35406 | 12,391 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 598th of 30306 | 6,166 |
Regional Popularity of "Kyleigh" 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 "Kyleigh" 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) |
29.53% 1088th/3685 |
39.84% 1783rd/4475 |
41.37% 2149th/5194 |
28.35% 1791st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.03% 368th/4582 |
8.40% 434th/5164 |
4.14% 303rd/7313 |
9.75% 728th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.27% 688th/3984 |
18.28% 820th/4487 |
5.47% 373rd/6822 |
24.62% 1545th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kyleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kyleigh" 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.