Kaeli Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaeli is an Irish name meaning 'slender' or 'narrow', evolving from the historical forms Caela and Kaylee. It reflects traits of creativity and individuality, and has no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as a modern choice in names.
The name Kaeli is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Kaeli has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Kaeli' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2710th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2216th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2053rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaeli' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaeli"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Kaeli is derived from the Irish name 'Caela', which is rooted in the word 'caol', meaning 'slender' or 'narrow'.
Meaning
slender, narrow
Language Evolution
Caela, Caele, Kaylee, Kaeli
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as variations like Kaylee became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaylee, Kaili, Kailyn, Kaila
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaeli is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kaeli A. McKinnon, known for her contributions to modern art., Kaeli DeVere, an emerging figure in the music industry.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaeli"
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 "Kaeli"
"Kaeli" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2710th of 27321 | 658 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2216th of 35406 | 1,302 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2053rd of 30306 | 1,126 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaeli" 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 "Kaeli" 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) |
67.46% 2486th/3685 |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
65.42% 3398th/5194 |
34.75% 2195th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.18% 2391st/4582 |
60.19% 3108th/5164 |
38.01% 2780th/7313 |
28.76% 2146th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.37% 2206th/3984 |
66.48% 2983rd/4487 |
24.90% 1699th/6822 |
21.72% 1363rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaeli"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaeli" 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.