Kaylah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaylah is a modern English name derived from the Hebrew name 'Kailah', meaning 'pure' or 'beloved'. It evolved through variations like Kayla and gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents sought unique names for their children. The name reflects traits of individuality and modernity, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Kaylah is most popular in Maryland, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaylah 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, 'Kaylah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1791st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 922nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2198th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaylah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaylah"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kaylah is a modern name that is often considered a variant of the name Kayla, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name 'Kailah'. In Hebrew, it is associated with the meaning 'pure' or 'beloved'.
Meaning
pure, beloved
Language Evolution
Kayla, Kailah
Historical Usage
The name Kaylah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as new and unique names became more desirable for children.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Kaila, Kaila
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kaylah is viewed as a trendy and modern name that reflects a sense of uniqueness and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaylah"
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 "Kaylah"
"Kaylah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1791st of 27321 | 1,179 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 922nd of 35406 | 4,278 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2198th of 30306 | 1,019 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaylah" 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 "Kaylah" 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) |
40.90% 1507th/3685 |
35.71% 1598th/4475 |
34.06% 1769th/5194 |
30.62% 1934th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.70% 1086th/4582 |
13.54% 699th/5164 |
11.94% 873rd/7313 |
14.46% 1079th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
64.73% 2579th/3984 |
47.80% 2145th/4487 |
29.35% 2002nd/6822 |
27.04% 1697th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaylah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaylah" 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.