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Kailey Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Kailey

"A female given name transferred from the surname, variant of Kaylee."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2004 👥 27,099 in US
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Meaning
A female given name transferred from the surname, variant of Kaylee.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
27,099
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Kailey Mean?

Kailey is a modern English feminine first name. It is a spelling variant of Kaylee that became popular in the US following the release of the British rock group Marillion's song "Kayleigh" in 1985.

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Kailey is a modern English feminine first name. It is a spelling variant of Kaylee that became popular in the US following the release of the British rock group Marillion's song "Kayleigh" in 1985.…

Root Element
Kailey
Core Meaning
"A female given name transferred from the surname, variant of Kaylee."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Kailey

K 2
A 1
I 9
L 3
E 5
Y 7
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 27,099 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 27,099
Peak year 2004 (1,449)
First recorded 1970
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Kailey" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name transferred from the surname, variant of Kaylee.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~27,099 people named Kailey in the US. Peaked in 2004 with 1,449 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Kailey?

The Life Path number for Kailey is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 3.

Is Kailey a boy or girl name?

Kailey is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Kailey in the US?

Approximately 27,099 people in the United States are named Kailey. The name peaked in 2004 with 1,449 recorded uses.

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