Kayleigh Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationKAY-lee / /ˈkeɪli/

Irish; English

Meaning

Irish: slender; English: from the meadow

Historical & Cultural Background

Kayleigh is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Kayley, which has roots in Irish culture. The name has been associated with a sense of youthfulness and vibrancy. Its usage has been particularly noted in the late 20th century.

Trend Summary

Kayleigh has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the early 2000s.

Similar Names

KylieKaylaKaraKendraKaitlynKelseyKira

Variants

  • Kayley
  • Kaleigh
  • Kailey

International Variants

  • Caoilinn (Irish)
  • Keely (Irish)

Famous people named Kayleigh

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Fictional characters named Kayleigh

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Sibling Suggestions

AidenBraydenCaitlinDylanMeganRiley

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kayleigh was first seen in the United States in 2004. Kayleigh has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Kayleigh has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Kayleigh (2004)

StateBirthsShare
KY 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20047