What is the origin of the name Kaylea?

Kaylea is a name of Irish origin.

How popular is the name Kaylea?

Kaylea is currently ranked #7753 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

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GirlIrish

Kaylea

kay-LEE

Popularity

#7753

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Irish

Total Births

3,094

Peak Year

#158 in 1999

First Recorded

1978

Style

Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A variation of Kaylee, thought to be a modern invented name. Elements may derive from Celtic or Gaelic origins potentially meaning 'slender' or 'fair'.

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Kay Lee Kaylee

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Numerology

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Nicknames

Kay Lee Kaylee

Spelling Variations

Kaylee Kayleigh Kailey

Similar Names

Hailey Bailey Riley Kylie

Personality Traits

FriendlyOutgoingKindOptimisticEnergetic

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