Kaeli Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lee / /ˈkeɪli/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: slender; English: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
Kaeli is a variant of the name Kaylee, which has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with Irish roots, where it is derived from the word 'caol,' meaning slender. The name has been used in various forms and has evolved over time, reflecting cultural influences in naming trends.
Trend Summary
Kaeli has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaylee
- Kaili
- Kaely
International Variants
- Caela (Irish)
- Kailani (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Kaeli
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaeli was first seen in the United States in 1982. Kaeli has ranked as high as #956 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Washington, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Kaeli has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaeli (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 127 | |
CA | 67 | |
AZ | 28 | |
IL | 17 | |
FL | 13 | |
OR | 8 | |
WA | 8 | |
KS | 7 | |
NJ | 7 | |
GA | 6 | |
TN | 6 | |
NC | 6 | |
WI | 6 | |
CO | 6 | |
ID | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1982 | 6 |
1983 | 7 |
1984 | 16 |
1985 | 19 |
1986 | 21 |
1987 | 25 |
1988 | 29 |
1989 | 41 |
1990 | 64 |
1991 | 53 |
1992 | 63 |
1993 | 64 |
1994 | 67 |
1995 | 89 |
1996 | 94 |
1997 | 85 |
1998 | 105 |
1999 | 113 |
2000 | 110 |
2001 | 90 |
2002 | 100 |
2003 | 111 |
2004 | 84 |
2005 | 96 |
2006 | 82 |
2007 | 67 |
2008 | 64 |
2009 | 48 |
2010 | 52 |
2011 | 46 |
2012 | 49 |
2013 | 37 |
2014 | 31 |
2015 | 30 |
2016 | 31 |
2017 | 14 |
2018 | 23 |
2019 | 31 |
2020 | 33 |
2021 | 22 |
2022 | 79 |
2023 | 430 |
2024 | 365 |