Kylie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKYE-lee / /ˈkaɪli/Irish; Australian
Meaning
Irish: slender; Australian: boomerang
Historical & Cultural Background
Kylie is derived from the Irish name 'Caoilinn', which means 'slender'. In Australia, it is associated with the word for a type of boomerang, reflecting the country's Indigenous culture. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often used for girls but has seen some usage for boys as well.
Trend Summary
Kylie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kyl
- Kylie
International Variants
- Kylie (English)
Famous people named Kylie
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Fictional characters named Kylie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kylie was first seen in the United States in 1972. Kylie has ranked as high as #1302 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kylie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kylie (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |