Kaileigh
2025 SSA
About Kaileigh
Kaileigh is a feminine name that represents a modern variant of 'Kaylee' or 'Kayleigh,' which themselves derive from a combination of the names 'Kay' (a diminutive of Katherine, meaning 'pure') and 'Lee' (meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'). This elaborated spelling emerged in popularity during the late 20th century, reflecting the trend toward unique name spellings. The name gained some recognition after the 1985 hit song 'Kayleigh' by the band Marillion. While less common than simpler variants, Kaileigh offers parents a distinctive option that maintains the melodic, gentle sound of the original while creating a more elaborate visual identity. The name carries connotations of purity, beauty, and grace, making it a continued choice for parents seeking something familiar yet distinctive.
Pronounced KAY-lee.
As of October 2026, Kaileigh ranked #5156 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1587 in 2004.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,280 | 82 | 45.9 |
| 2015 | #2,345 | 79 | 44.3 |
| 2016 | #2,992 | 56 | 31.6 |
| 2017 | #2,523 | 71 | 41.1 |
| 2018 | #3,313 | 48 | 28.2 |
| 2019 | #3,110 | 52 | 31 |
| 2020 | #3,809 | 38 | 23.5 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | #3,921 | 38 | 23.2 |
| 2023 | #4,602 | 30 | 18.7 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |