Kayleen

Kayleen is a feminine name with Irish and American origins, created as a modern variation of Kathleen or a combination of the popular Kay and the suffix -leen. The name carries the meaning 'pure' or 'slim and fair' from its Kathleen roots. Emerging in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s in the United States, Kayleen exemplifies the trend toward creating unique variations of traditional names. The name has a melodic quality with its long 'ay' sound followed by the soft ending. While never reaching top ranking status, Kayleen appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet distinctive, offering a more elaborate alternative to Kay while maintaining its friendly, approachable quality.

Pronounced kay-LEEN.

As of October 2026, Kayleen ranked #2524 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #916 in 2010.