Kaily Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaily is a modern English name derived from the name Kay, which has roots in Welsh and Scottish languages. It carries the meaning of 'beloved' and has evolved through various forms. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as trendy and youthful today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaily"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kaily is a contemporary name that is derived from the name Kay, which itself has various origins including Welsh and Scottish. The suffix '-ly' is often added to names to create a more feminine or unique variant.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Kay, Kail, Kaily
Historical Usage
Kaily began to gain popularity in the late 20th century as modern naming trends leaned towards more unique and phonetically appealing names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Kaili, Kylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kaily is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
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✨ Kaily Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 126 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 16 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
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaily"
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 "Kaily"
"Kaily" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3825th of 27321 | 404 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2148th of 35406 | 1,379 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2776th of 30306 | 742 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaily" 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 "Kaily" 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) |
82.01% 3022nd/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
77.76% 4039th/5194 |
52.15% 3294th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.64% 2916th/4582 |
51.12% 2640th/5164 |
29.62% 2166th/7313 |
23.25% 1735th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
82.61% 3291st/3984 |
50.12% 2249th/4487 |
34.01% 2320th/6822 |
33.06% 2075th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaily"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaily" 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 "Kaily" in the United States
The name Kaily 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, Kaily 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, 'Kaily' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3825th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2148th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2776th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaily' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.