Kylie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kylie originates from the Irish Gaelic name Caolainn, meaning 'slender' or 'fair', and is also linked to an Aboriginal term for 'boomerang'. Its language path has evolved from Irish Gaelic to its modern form. The name is associated with traits of creativity and liveliness, with no biblical relevance. Kylie gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently seen as a trendy choice for girls.
The name Kylie is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kylie has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Kylie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5421st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4804th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5750th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14960th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9243rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1176th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 235th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 69th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 111th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kylie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kylie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪli/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Kylie is derived from the Irish Gaelic name 'Caolainn', which means 'slender' or 'fair'. It is also associated with the Australian Aboriginal word 'kylie', meaning 'boomerang'.
Meaning
slender, fair, boomerang
Language Evolution
Caolainn (Irish Gaelic), Kylie (modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name Kylie gained popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by pop culture and notable figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Kylah, Kailie, Kylie-Ann, Ky
Modern Popularity & Image
Kylie is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with creativity and liveliness. It remains popular among parents naming their daughters.
Famous People
Kylie Minogue (singer and actress), Kylie Jenner (media personality and entrepreneur), Kylie Bunbury (actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kylie"
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 "Kylie"
"Kylie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5421st of 10718 | 55 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4804th of 16616 | 154 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5750th of 24088 | 213 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14960th of 23106 | 28 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9243rd of 12526 | 20 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1176th of 19264 | 1,602 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 235th of 27321 | 19,206 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 69th of 35406 | 68,208 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 111th of 30306 | 31,343 |
Regional Popularity of "Kylie" 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) |
- |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
48.68% 3560th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kylie" 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) |
27.89% 819th/2937 |
32.67% 1138th/3483 |
28.77% 1012th/3518 |
35.88% 1451st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
4.80% 177th/3685 |
6.32% 283rd/4475 |
6.39% 332nd/5194 |
3.20% 202nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
1.27% 58th/4582 |
1.59% 82nd/5164 |
1.07% 78th/7313 |
0.95% 71st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
3.21% 128th/3984 |
2.38% 107th/4487 |
1.29% 88th/6822 |
2.28% 143rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kylie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kylie" 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.