Caley

Caley is a masculine name with Scottish and Irish origins, derived from several possible Gaelic sources including 'cadhla' meaning 'graceful' or as an anglicized form of 'Ó Cadhla' meaning 'descendant of Cadhla.' The name has also been associated with place names in Scotland. With its approachable two-syllable structure and friendly ending sound, Caley strikes a balance between being recognizable and distinctive. Though traditionally used for boys, it has gained some usage as a unisex name in recent decades. Caley peaked in popularity during the 1990s but remains relatively uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a name with Celtic heritage that's neither too traditional nor too unusual. It's sometimes used as a variant spelling of Kaley or Kayley.

Pronounced KAY-lee.

As of October 2026, Caley ranked #8594 in US births in 1992 SSA, peaked at #2788 in 1979.