Kaileen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaileen is a modern English name that evolved from the Irish Caela, meaning 'slim' or 'fair.' It is part of a lineage that includes names like Kayla and Cailín. The name is often viewed as youthful and vibrant, with no biblical relevance.
The name Kaileen is most popular in California, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaileen has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kaileen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6109th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6127th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5243rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaileen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaileen"
Pronunciation
/keɪˈliːn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kaileen is a modern variation of the name Kayla, which is derived from the Irish name Caela, meaning 'slim' or 'fair.'
Meaning
slim, fair
Language Evolution
Kayla, Caela, Cailín
Historical Usage
The name Kaileen gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Kailyn, Kailene
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaileen is perceived as a modern and feminine name, often associated with youth and vibrancy.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaileen"
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 "Kaileen"
"Kaileen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6109th of 27321 | 208 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6127th of 35406 | 316 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5243rd of 30306 | 300 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaileen" 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 "Kaileen" 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) |
- | - |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
55.21% 4120th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
58.31% 3978th/6822 |
50.33% 3159th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaileen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaileen" 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.