Caleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Caleigh is an Irish name that means 'slender and fair'. It has its roots in the name Caoilfhionn and has evolved through various forms. The name is often associated with qualities of beauty and grace and has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking regions. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Caleigh 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Caleigh has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Caleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2565th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1044th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1843rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Caleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Caleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Caleigh is derived from the Irish name 'Caoilfhionn', which means 'slender and fair'. The name has evolved over time and has been adapted into various forms.
Meaning
slender and fair
Language Evolution
Caoilfhionn, Cailin, Caleigh
Historical Usage
Caleigh gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a modern adaptation of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaylee, Kaleigh, Cailin
Modern Popularity & Image
Caleigh is often viewed as a trendy and modern name, appealing to parents looking for unique yet meaningful names for their children.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Caleigh"
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 "Caleigh"
"Caleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2565th of 27321 | 708 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1044th of 35406 | 3,677 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1843rd of 30306 | 1,339 |
Regional Popularity of "Caleigh" 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 "Caleigh" 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) |
50.96% 1878th/3685 |
46.75% 2092nd/4475 |
47.67% 2476th/5194 |
72.34% 4570th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.56% 988th/4582 |
14.89% 769th/5164 |
12.85% 940th/7313 |
25.71% 1919th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.74% 2141st/3984 |
38.18% 1713th/4487 |
21.83% 1489th/6822 |
53.35% 3348th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Caleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Caleigh" 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.