Kylea
2025 SSA
About Kylea
Kylea is a modern feminine name that emerged as a variation of Kyle, which originated as a Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic word 'caol,' meaning 'narrow' or 'strait.' The addition of the feminine 'a' ending transforms the traditionally masculine Kyle into a more distinctly feminine form. Kylea gained modest popularity in the United States during the late 1990s and early 2000s as parents sought unique variations of more common names. The name conveys a sense of strength and contemporary style while maintaining feminine qualities. Though never reaching mainstream popularity, Kylea appeals to parents looking for a name that balances uniqueness with recognizable roots.
Pronounced KY-lee-uh.
As of October 2026, Kylea ranked #12593 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2114 in 2003.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,412 | 33 | 18.5 |
| 2015 | #4,797 | 29 | 16.2 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |