Sophia Girl
soh-FEE-uh
“wisdom” · Greek
#5
Kaylee
GirlAmerican (modern coinage)· “blend of Kay and Lee”
- Meaning
- blend of Kay and Lee
- Origin
- American (modern coinage)
- Pronunciation
- KAY-lee
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #255
- US babies 2025
- 1,205
- Best rank
- #26 (2009)
- Peak year
- 2009
Meaning and origin of Kaylee
Kaylee is an American (modern coinage) name that is usually said to mean “blend of Kay and Lee”.
Kaylee is a modern name built from Kay and Lee, closely related to the British Kayleigh. It was coined in the English-speaking world during the twentieth century and spread widely in the United States. Some also link it to the Irish word ceili, a social gathering with music and dance, though that is more a resemblance than a source. Kaylee feels bright, friendly and youthful, and it has many spellings, including Kaleigh, Kailey and Caylee. The two simple syllables make it easy to say, and it pairs well with longer middle names.
Popularity over time
Kaylee first appears in US Social Security records in 1943. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 42 different years, starting in 1984. Its best national rank was #26 in 2009, the same year it reached its highest count of 7,219 babies. In 2025, 1,205 babies were named Kaylee, and it ranked #255 nationally. That is 72% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #5,689 in 1950, #2,906 in 1980, #72 in 2000, #35 in 2010, and #255 in 2025. Of the 140,425 US girls named Kaylee since records began, 40% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 44,629 babies. Since 2010, 55,014 more have been named Kaylee.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Leah, Gabriella, Makayla, Khloe, and Bella.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Kaylee ranked highest in Rhode Island, District of Columbia, and Nevada.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | #99 | 9 |
| District of Columbia | #112 | 7 |
| Nevada | #127 | 19 |
| Delaware | #153 | 6 |
| Mississippi | #158 | 16 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Kaylee is usually pronounced KAY-lee, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with K and ends in “-ee”.
Middle names for Kaylee
A few middle names that flow with Kaylee: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Kaylee
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kaylee mean?
Kaylee is an American (modern coinage) name that is usually said to mean “blend of Kay and Lee”.
What is the origin of the name Kaylee?
Kaylee has modern American roots. Kaylee is a modern name built from Kay and Lee, closely related to the British Kayleigh.
Is Kaylee a popular name?
Yes. Kaylee ranked #255 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Kaylee a boy or girl name?
Kaylee is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Kaylee?
Kaylee is usually pronounced KAY-lee. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings