Kiley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKYE-lee / /ˈkaɪli/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: slender; Gaelic: descendent of Caollaidhe
Historical & Cultural Background
Kiley is derived from the Irish surname O'Caollaidhe, which means 'descendant of Caollaidhe.' The name has gained popularity as a given name in recent decades. It is often considered unisex, though it is more commonly used for girls. In the United States, Kiley has seen a rise in usage since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Kiley has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly as a feminine name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kylie
- Kiley
International Variants
- Caoilinn (Irish)
- Kaili (Finnish)
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kiley was first seen in the United States in 1968. Kiley has ranked as high as #1042 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Louisiana, Texas, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Kiley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kiley (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 55 |
| 1971 | 80 |
| 1972 | 71 |
| 1973 | 54 |
| 1974 | 56 |
| 1975 | 60 |
| 1976 | 42 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 48 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 36 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 33 |
| 1984 | 20 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 31 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |