Kaylee
ka(y)-lee
US Popularity:417
Origin:British
Meaning:Pure; Wharf; Key; Meadow; Slender
Kaylee is a feminine name of multiple origins that is thought to be a combination of the classic names Kay and Lee. Kay serves as a short variant of the Greek name Katherine, meaning "pure." It may also come from the Welsh word cai and the Old English word coeg, meaning "wharf" and "key," respectively. If baby's first home is going to be near the sea, Kaylee can definitely hold the key to their heart. As for Lee, it comes from the Old English word lēa or lēah, meaning "meadow." Kaylee may also have roots in the Irish name Caollaidhe and the Irish word caol, meaning "slender." Kaylee is a beautiful modern name of many origins and definitions, making it a versatile choice for naming baby.
How Popular Is The Name Kaylee?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Kaylee is currently #648 on The Bump
Girl:Kaylee is currently #467 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kaylee is currently #417 in U.S. births
Girl:Kaylee is currently #180 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#180
in 2023
- 19
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Kaylee, April 2022
Behind the Name, Kay, January 2019
Behind the Name, Lee, January 2022
Ancestry, Lee Family History
WordSense, Kaylee
WordSense, Kay
WordSense, Lee
WordSense, Keeley
Online Etymology Dictionary, Kay, October 2017
Online Etymology Dictionary, Catherine, November 2022
Online Etymology Dictionary, lea (n.), September 2017
Online Etymology Dictionary, quay (n.), March 2021
LibraryIreland, Ó Caollaidhe
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