Kylah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kylah is a modern name with roots in the English language, deriving from the Irish name Caela and influenced by Hebrew. It means 'slim' or 'to resemble.' The name has evolved from Kayla and has gained popularity in the late 20th century due to its unique sound. It is typically viewed positively in contemporary culture, associated with modernity and youth.
The name Kylah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Kylah has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, 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, 'Kylah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9658th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3801st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1137th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1213th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kylah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kylah"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪlə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kylah is a modern variant of the name Kayla, which has roots in the Irish name Caela meaning 'slim' or 'fair.' The name has also been influenced by the Hebrew word 'kailah' meaning 'to be like or to resemble.'
Meaning
slim, fair, to resemble
Language Evolution
Kayla, Caela, Kailah
Historical Usage
Kylah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Kaila, Kyra
Modern Popularity & Image
Kylah is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and uniqueness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kylah"
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 "Kylah"
"Kylah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9658th of 19264 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3801st of 27321 | 407 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1137th of 35406 | 3,284 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1213th of 30306 | 2,411 |
Regional Popularity of "Kylah" 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 "Kylah" 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 |
77.01% 3446th/4475 |
61.15% 3176th/5194 |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.11% 1013th/4582 |
23.04% 1190th/5164 |
14.51% 1061st/7313 |
19.54% 1458th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.91% 1072nd/3984 |
29.89% 1341st/4487 |
15.92% 1086th/6822 |
29.13% 1828th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kylah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kylah" 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.