Caley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lee / /ˈkeɪli/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: slender; English: from the meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
Caley is derived from the Irish name 'Caol', meaning slender. It has also been used in English-speaking countries as a surname and given name. The name has gained popularity as a first name in recent decades. It is often considered a modern variant of more traditional names.
Trend Summary
Caley has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a baby name in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaylee
- Kaleigh
International Variants
- Cailín (Irish)
- Kaili (Finnish)
Famous people named Caley
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caley was first seen in the United States in 1928. Caley has ranked as high as #1110 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Caley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caley
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1992 | 5 |