Caily

“slender.” — Associated with beauty and femininity

Ireland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13911US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

169All-time births

📅 Since 198900

What does Caily mean and where does it come from?

Caily is a modern, variant spelling of the traditional Irish name Caoilinn, derived from the Gaelic word 'caol' meaning 'slender.' This name has gained traction mostly in the United States but retains its roots in Irish culture. It embodies characteristics associated with beauty and femininity. Cail

Cultural significance

Caily has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of irish.

Peak popularity

Reached #6635 in 1994 — currently #13911 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Caily?

Caily works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Caily Grace

How popular is Caily right now?

Falling — down 1466 spots — currently #13911 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2022#13911 · Top 10%

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2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#13911	6	▼ down 1466 · -14% births
2021	#12445	7	▲ up 90
2020	#12535	7	▲ up 974
2015	#13509	7	▲ up 4371 · +40% births
2010	#17880	5	▼ down 8692 · -58% births
2005	#9188	12	▲ up 3367 · +71% births
2000	#12555	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Caily

Best Year2005Rank #9188

Peak Count12

Average Rank#13146

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20227 years

The story of Caily

Caily is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 169 total births recorded, Caily remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #12555 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13911 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Caily in 1994:

Jessica Ashley Emily Samantha Sarah

Caily by decade

Caily peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	25
2000s ★	75
2010s	57
2020s	7

💎Caily has only 169 total recorded births since 1989 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Caily?

Common

CaiCaieCay

What names sound and feel like Caily?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Caily also consider these

Cailly

Latin · A Latin name

Zaily

American · Remote, secluded

Jaily

American · Modern creation, possibly

English · daily, happening every

Caidy

American · English

Common questions about the name Caily

What does the name Caily mean?

Caily means "Irish" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Caily?

Caily is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Caily have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Caily?

Caily originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Caily trending right now?

Caily is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Caily a common or rare name?

Caily is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.