Kaileigh Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lee / /ˈkeɪli/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: slender; English: variant of Kayleigh
Historical & Cultural Background
Kaileigh is a modern variation of the name Kayleigh, which has roots in Irish culture. The name Kayleigh is derived from the Irish name Caollaidhe, meaning 'slender' or 'fair.' The use of the 'K' in Kaileigh reflects a contemporary trend in naming practices. This name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Kaileigh has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kayleigh
- Kaleigh
- Kailey
International Variants
- Caollaidhe (Irish)
- Kaili (Finnish)
Famous people named Kaileigh
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Fictional characters named Kaileigh
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaileigh was first seen in the United States in 1985. Kaileigh has ranked as high as #1218 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kaileigh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaileigh (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 28 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 49 |
| 1990 | 48 |
| 1991 | 47 |
| 1992 | 51 |
| 1993 | 56 |
| 1994 | 55 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 62 |
| 1997 | 68 |
| 1998 | 76 |
| 1999 | 89 |
| 2000 | 94 |
| 2001 | 83 |
| 2002 | 101 |
| 2003 | 116 |
| 2004 | 124 |
| 2005 | 120 |
| 2006 | 108 |
| 2007 | 104 |
| 2008 | 107 |
| 2009 | 101 |
| 2010 | 109 |
| 2011 | 119 |
| 2012 | 88 |
| 2013 | 95 |
| 2014 | 82 |
| 2015 | 79 |
| 2016 | 56 |
| 2017 | 71 |
| 2018 | 48 |
| 2019 | 52 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 20 |