Kayly Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lee / /ˈkeɪli/English; Modern
Meaning
Pure; Rejoice
Historical & Cultural Background
Kayly is a modern name that has emerged in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Kay, which has roots in multiple cultures. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States. It reflects a trend towards unique and creative spellings of traditional names.
Trend Summary
Kayly has seen a rise in popularity in the early 21st century, particularly among parents seeking unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaylee
- Kailey
- Kaili
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kayly was first seen in the United States in 1987. Kayly has ranked as high as #1310 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Kayly has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kayly (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |