Cayley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cayley originates from Old French and means 'rejoice'. Its path includes historical forms like Cailly and has variants such as Caylee. The name conveys traits of joy and liveliness, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cayley"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Cayley is derived from the Old French name 'Cailly' which is believed to be of locational origin, referring to someone from a place named Cayley.
Meaning
Rejoice
Language Evolution
Cailly, Cayley, Caylee
Historical Usage
Cayley gained popularity in the 19th century as a surname and later transitioned into a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Caylee, Kaylee, Kaili
Modern Popularity & Image
Cayley is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a youthful and vibrant image.
Famous People
Arthur Cayley, a prominent British mathematician, Cayley, an influential character in various literary works
📊 Cayley Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Cayley Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 75 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cayley"
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 "Cayley"
"Cayley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4649th of 27321 | 307 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3277th of 35406 | 747 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8483rd of 30306 | 152 |
Regional Popularity of "Cayley" 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 "Cayley" 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) |
77.96% 2873rd/3685 |
91.44% 4092nd/4475 |
80.90% 4202nd/5194 |
70.51% 4454th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
75.62% 3465th/4582 |
- |
52.78% 3860th/7313 |
53.40% 3985th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cayley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cayley" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cayley" in the United States
The name Cayley is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Cayley 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, 'Cayley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4649th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3277th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8483rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cayley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.