Caylee Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lee / /ˈkeɪli/English; Irish
Meaning
English: slender; Irish: descendant of Caollaidhe
Historical & Cultural Background
Caylee is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Kaylee, which itself is derived from the Irish name Caollaidhe. The name has been used in various forms since the late 20th century and reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings and combinations.
Trend Summary
Caylee has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaylee
- Kaili
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caylee was first seen in the United States in 1980. Caylee has ranked as high as #503 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Caylee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caylee (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| MO | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1990 | 54 |
| 1991 | 56 |
| 1992 | 59 |
| 1993 | 80 |
| 1994 | 98 |
| 1995 | 93 |
| 1996 | 133 |
| 1997 | 148 |
| 1998 | 176 |
| 1999 | 187 |
| 2000 | 187 |
| 2001 | 179 |
| 2002 | 201 |
| 2003 | 185 |
| 2004 | 190 |
| 2005 | 225 |
| 2006 | 240 |
| 2007 | 259 |
| 2008 | 600 |
| 2009 | 1,247 |
| 2010 | 569 |
| 2011 | 696 |
| 2012 | 621 |
| 2013 | 476 |
| 2014 | 419 |
| 2015 | 331 |
| 2016 | 300 |
| 2017 | 269 |
| 2018 | 222 |
| 2019 | 206 |
| 2020 | 215 |
| 2021 | 192 |
| 2022 | 152 |
| 2023 | 127 |
| 2024 | 103 |