Kaylea
2025 SSA
About Kaylea
Kaylea is a modern feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Kayla in the late 20th century. It blends the popularity of the Kay- prefix with melodic ending sounds. Kaylea likely originated as a creative spelling variant combining elements of Kay, Kayla, and Lea/Leah. The name gained modest popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in the United States. Its appeal lies in its contemporary sound while maintaining recognizable elements. Kaylea offers a slightly more distinctive alternative to the more common Kayla while sharing its gentle, feminine qualities. The name connotes a sense of sweetness and modernity, appealing to parents seeking familiar sounds in a somewhat less common package.
Pronounced KAY-lee-uh.
As of October 2026, Kaylea ranked #8102 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1208 in 1999.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,459 | 46 | 25.8 |
| 2015 | #4,258 | 34 | 19 |
| 2016 | #4,582 | 31 | 17.5 |
| 2017 | #4,630 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #4,211 | 34 | 20.3 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |