Kaylee

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Pure; Slim; Laurel

Background: The name Kaylee originates from a combination of the name Kay and the suffix -lee. Kay is derived from the Old French name 'Caius' or the modern name 'Kay,' which can mean 'pure' or 'slim.' The suffix -lee is often used in modern names to create a feminine touch.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#289
Total births
139,375
Most popular decade
2000s (169,629 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-168 ranks)
Years in Top 100
21
First recorded year
1943

Gender usage

0.1% male 99.9% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1988
First year births
5
First year rank
#7,268
Peak year
2004
Peak year births
47
Peak rank
#2,376
Most recent year
2015
Recent year births
6
Recent rank
#10,642

Female

First year
1943
First year births
5
First year rank
#4,691
Peak year
2009
Peak year births
7,219
Peak rank
#26
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
1,392
Recent rank
#220

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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