Caylei

“pure, or a variation of Kayla”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9824US 2022

10Births / yr

↑Rising

137All-time births

📅 Since 200100

What does Caylei mean and where does it come from?

Caylei is a modern, creative spelling variation of Kayla, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'pure' or 'beloved'. The name has become popular in the United States in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend for unique spellings in children's names. Although not traditionally used in many cultures, it

Cultural significance

Caylei has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure, or a variation of kayla.

Peak popularity

Reached #7135 in 2016 — currently #9824 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Caylei?

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

Caylei Grace

How popular is Caylei right now?

Rising fast — up 3995 spots — currently #9824 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2022#9824 · Top 7.2%

2005

2010

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#9824	10	▲ up 3995 · +67% births
2021	#13819	6	▲ up 2316 · +20% births
2020	#16135	5	▼ down 5849 · -55% births
2010	#10286	11	▲ up 3888 · +57% births
2005	#14174	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Caylei

Best Year2022Rank #9824

Peak Count11

Average Rank#12848

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20225 years

The story of Caylei

Caylei is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 137 total births recorded, Caylei remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14174 in 2005 to #9824 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Caylei in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Caylei by decade

Caylei peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	44
2010s ★	88
2020s	5

💎Caylei has only 137 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Caylei?

Common

CayCaAylei

What names sound and feel like Caylei?

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

Calei

American · pure

Jaylei

American · A variant of

Zaylei

American · A modern invention,

Baylei

American · a variant of

Carlei

USA · A modern and

Haylei

American · A beloved name

Kaylei

American · Modern English

Cayli

American · English

Common questions about the name Caylei

What does the name Caylei mean?

Caylei means "pure, or a variation of Kayla" — a name rooted in American 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 Caylei?

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

What is the cultural origin of Caylei?

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

Is Caylei trending right now?

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

Is Caylei a common or rare name?

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