Caileigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Caileigh is an Irish name meaning 'girl' or 'young woman.' It has evolved from the traditional Irish 'Cailín' and has seen variants like Kaylee. The name is viewed positively in contemporary culture, embodying youthful traits, and does not have biblical roots.
The name Caileigh is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Caileigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Caileigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7557th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3493rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4848th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Caileigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Caileigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Caileigh is derived from the Irish name 'Cailín,' which means 'girl' or 'young woman.' The name has been used as a term of endearment in Irish culture.
Meaning
girl; young woman
Language Evolution
Cailín, Caileigh, Kaylee
Historical Usage
The name Caileigh gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend toward unique and modern spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaylee, Kailie, Kylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Caileigh is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthful energy and creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Caileigh"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Caileigh"
"Caileigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7557th of 27321 | 152 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3493rd of 35406 | 681 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4848th of 30306 | 334 |
Regional Popularity of "Caileigh" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Caileigh" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
45.39% 2344th/5164 |
64.93% 4748th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
74.63% 5091st/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Caileigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Caileigh" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.